Microgreens are an extremely small, succulent cactus plant. They were developed in Southern India and planted primarily in flooded fields along the banks of a river. These plants were an accidental discovery, as people who were growing other crops noticed that the cactus leaves had a strange taste to them. This led them to test…
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Sprouts are a great way to make your own food, but are microgreens better than sprouts? I was asked that very question by one of my friends, and I did not have the answer for her yet. However, I can share with you my opinion on the subject. Sprouts are definitely better for your health…
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A common question about growing microgreens is being microgreen seeds different from regular seeds? The truth is, they are very similar in appearance but are actually very different when it comes to how and when they germinate. Here’s a look at how they both grow. Microgreens are known as “black seeds” because of the black…
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Did you know that you can grow affordable microgreen seeds without having to use special growing methods? The truth is, growing microgreens can be a wonderful hobby, or even a great way to supplement your food intake while reducing waste. If you are worried about the amount of space that you need to dedicate to…
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Are Chia seeds edible? This is a question I have been asked many times in the course of researching growing and planting Chia seeds. The short answer is “they are edible, but not for everyone.” That is to say, some people may not like the taste. And others may find them to be too bitter.…
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Are microgreens and sprouts the same thing? This is a common question among people new to indoor gardening. The truth is that they are not the same, to look almost the same. The reason for this is that they are different plants with their own growing requirements. Microgreens and sprouting: They are very similar, as…
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What are the health benefits of microgreens? This perennial garden plant comes from the root of a tree with the word “micro” meaning small. This makes them a “greener” choice for your gardening needs than other plants that require more water and maintenance. What are the health benefits of microgreens? Planting these types of vegetables…
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