Buckwheat Microgreens
Fagopyrum esculentum
Tangy, lemony flavor with beautiful pink stems. Actually not a grain but a fruit seed.
7-10
68°F
2-3 inches
10-14 oz per 10x20 tray
Soak Required
4-6 hours (not longer)
Blackout Days
2 days
Light Hours
12 hours/day
Temperature Range
60-75°F (15-24°C)
Humidity
50-60%
Seed Density
6-8 oz (170-225g) per 10x20 tray
Preferred Growing Medium
Watering
Bottom watering
1-2 times daily
Harvest Tips
- • Cut just above the soil line with sharp scissors
- • Harvest when cotyledons are fully expanded
- • Expected height at harvest: 2-3 inches
- • Typical yield: 10-14 oz per 10x20 tray
Prepare & Sow
Soak seeds for 4-6 hours (not longer), then drain well. Fill tray with moistened soil. Spread 6-8 oz (170-225g) per 10x20 tray evenly across the surface. Press gently and mist thoroughly.
Blackout Period
Cover with inverted tray and add 5-15 lbs of weight. Keep covered for 2 days. Check daily and mist if dry. Maintain 60-75°F (15-24°C).
Light Period
Remove cover and move to grow lights. Provide 12 hours of light daily.Bottom watering. Water 1-2 times daily. Maintain 50-60% humidity with good airflow.
Harvest
Harvest in 7-10 days when 2-3 inches tall. Cut just above the soil line with sharp, clean scissors. Store in Store dry, use quickly for up to 5-7 days refrigerated.