Complete Microgreens Guide
Grow nutrient-dense microgreens at home in just 7-14 days. From equipment setup to harvest, master these tiny powerhouses packed with up to 40x more nutrients than mature plants.
Nutrient Dense
4-40x more concentrated vitamins and minerals than mature vegetables
Quick Harvest
Ready to eat in 7-14 days, year-round growing indoors
Small Space
Grow on windowsills, countertops, or shelving racks
Flavorful
Intense, concentrated flavors perfect for culinary use
Gather Supplies
Get trays, growing medium, seeds, spray bottle, and grow lights
Prepare Tray
Fill with 1-2" of moistened growing medium
Sow Seeds
Spread seeds evenly and densely, press gently, mist well
Blackout Period
Cover with weight for 2-4 days (variety dependent)
Grow Under Lights
12-16 hours light, bottom water daily, maintain airflow
Harvest
Cut above soil when cotyledons open (7-14 days)
Brassica oleracea var. italica
One of the most popular microgreens. Mild, slightly sweet flavor with incredible nutritional density. Contains sulforaphane, a powerful cancer-fighting compound.
Raphanus sativus
Fast-growing with a spicy, peppery kick. Multiple color varieties available including red, purple, and daikon. Excellent for adding color and flavor.
Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
Superfood powerhouse with mild, slightly sweet flavor. Much more tender than mature kale and perfect for those who find regular kale too tough.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Mild, slightly sweet flavor with beautiful color options. Red cabbage microgreens are stunning with purple stems and green leaves.
Eruca vesicaria
Peppery, nutty flavor that's milder than mature arugula. Fast growing and perfect for salads.
Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
Mild, sweet flavor with beautiful purple stems (purple variety). One of the prettiest microgreens available.
Brassica juncea
Spicy, pungent flavor with wasabi-like heat. Available in green, red, and purple varieties.
Pisum sativum
Sweet, delicate flavor reminiscent of fresh peas. Can be harvested as microgreens or grown longer as pea shoots with tendrils.