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How useful are microgreens? How to grow them at home?

Fresh, juicy and healthy microgreens rightfully occupy a place among superfoods. Adherents of healthy eating and vegans appreciate it for its vitamins, flavor and variety.

All types of microgreens have great nutritional value, rich in a record amount of vitamin C, and also contain vitamins B, E, PP, folic acid, iron, phosphorus and magnesium. The essential oils included have antioxidant properties.

Microgreens have a beneficial effect on the immune and digestive systems, are easy to digest and reduce bad cholesterol. Regular consumption of microgreens promotes more active cell regeneration.

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Types of microgreens: benefits and qualities

Microgreens can be grown from the seeds of beets, lentils, mustard, basil, arugula, chives, green peas, kohlrabi cabbage, radishes and others.

Microgreens easily germinate in the conditions of an urban apartment and feel great on a sunny windowsill or balcony.

How to grow microgreens at home

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tray or plastic container;
Microgreens seeds;
sprayer;
ready-made substrate (e.g. coconut)
a paper towel or a thin cloth in the tray.

Step 1

Prepare the seeds. To make them germinate faster, soak them in warm water for a few hours or overnight.

Step 2

Prepare the container. If you have a tray with holes, place a paper towel or thin cloth in the bottom. Fill the container more than halfway with substrate. Flatten the surface without tamping it down.

Step 3

Sow the seeds. Spread them generously over the tray and press them down lightly with the palm of your hand or sprinkle a little substrate over them.

Step 4

Spray the seeds with water from a sprayer.

Step 5

Place the container in a warm and light place, for example, on the kitchen windowsill.

Water the microgreens as needed. The main thing is not to let the seeds dry out, but you should not water them abundantly either. Before watering, check the soil moisture with your hands.