About Microgreens

Microgreens are vegetables that have been sliced and mixed with other plants for a more uniform appearance. Usually they have a small leafy shape, which makes them seem bigger than they really are. Many people love these ‘artificial’ vegetables, because they can be enjoyed for as little as thirty minutes before they wilt, just like…

Microgreens, or arugula, have long been touted as the perfect, all-natural food. All-natural because of their “GMO” status. There are many studies in support of this claim. But I’ve also seen arguments that microgreens and other all-natural foods are really just supplements. In any case, more studies of this type are showing that there are…

The names Microgreens and romaine lettuce are deceiving. In actuality, the two types of lettuce are actually very different. Microgreens are a very tiny type of leafy green vegetables. These greens are cut into very small pieces and even less than an inch long, which makes them perfect for pickling. The small pieces of leaves…

Microgreens are considered by many as a superfood. With many health benefits, they are much more than just another leafy green. A little research can help you understand why this green superfood is a staple in the health care of our nation’s population. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has defined these as “good for you…

Microgreens are succulent plants that grow rapidly. The plants form under the light of the moon and various kinds of light, mostly natural. The succulents tend to be very fragile, which means that they have to be protected very well. There are different types of lighting, depending on where you are to set up your…

Microgreens are not just “so-called” green foods, they are very healthy as well. Microgreens are smaller versions of whole crops like lettuce and spinach. There are many benefits of microgreens. But the best benefit is that they are just as nutritious as other foods like lettuce and spinach. They have only half the amount of…

Microgreens have become a popular choice for food in the last few years. For many people, microgreens are a healthy way to eat as they help to reduce weight, cleanse the body and provide nutrients that cannot be found in many other foods. The name “microgreens” originated from the fact that they are small, green…

Microgreens are seed-like plants that grow about one to two inches a day. These small plants require very little attention, so they are perfect for anyone who has trouble with caring for perennials. The plant usually produces flowers and seeds at the same time, so microgreens often produce an abundance of seeds in a short…

What exactly are microgreens? In the case of many people they may not be too familiar with the term, which in turn can result in them trying to get it wrong. Microgreens are the very tiny and minute leaves of an annual or biennial plant. They are generally seeds, sometimes referred to as rhizomes, but…