About Microgreens

How can eating microgreens regrow after cutting? This is one question that many people have been asking because microgreens are not like other plants. Microgreens, also known as tops and bulbs, are actually a plant that has been introduced to the United States in the 1980’s from China. They were originally bred for their leaves,…

If you have a windowsill or garden where it is possible to grow a plant, you probably already know the answer to the question “Do you refrigerate microgreens?” If you are growing a plant from seed, you probably already know the answer to this question. However, if you are growing microgreens or you want to…

There has been a lot of talk lately about the nutritional value and medicinal benefits of eating “microgreens.” Microgreens, also called “nutrient greenhouses,” are a unique class of vegetables often used for their color, taste, texture and antioxidant content. Technicians harvesting such different kinds of microgreens from different locations for testing and nutrient analysis also…

How do you grow microgreens indoors? They are a very easy tropical plant to take care of and are one of the more colorful species of mint. Their trailing leaves add color to just about any indoor container and their small size makes them ideal for most greenhouse applications. What can I expect from growing…

Are you interested in learning how to start eating microgreens? Microgreens, a delicious Asian vegetable, are highly nutritious and filling, especially when steamed or eaten raw. They’re also easy to grow (just start planting seeds in the spring), making them an excellent “go to” for adding more vegetables to your diet. It’s not uncommon to…

How do you prepare microgreens to eat? For most people microgreens are grown in a salad garden. This is great if you want fresh salad all the time, but there are other things that you will need to know when planting your own microgreens. It doesn’t matter if you’re eating them as a snack or…

Microgreens, also known as granny seeds, are very easy to grow. They can even be grown in containers, but they need a lot of extra care when growing indoors. You can enjoy fresh and delicious microgreens anytime, right from your kitchen window. Here’s how you can get started with growing microgreens. If you want to…

Microgreens are starting to be a real alternative to traditional vegetables. They have a crisp, bright flavor, but they also don’t have the storage issues associated with some other kinds of greens. I’ve tried a number of different varieties and have had consistently good results. Here’s what I learned from my experiments. How long do…