Microgreens

Microgreens

August 29, 2024

Introduction

Microgreens can thrive in even the tiniest of New York City apartments. We're talking windowsills, fire escapes, even that weird little nook by the fridge. Not only will your microgreens brighten up your home, but it will elevate your salad and smoothie game.

The What

Micro mint is a small, young version of the mint plant, prized for its strong flavor and aroma. It’s ideal for city gardeners because it can thrive in tiny spaces such as pots on balconies, rooftops, or sunny windowsills. This herb is perfect for adding a refreshing, minty touch to your culinary creations, making it a delightful and practical addition to your urban garden.

The Why

Growing micro mint in NYC is a smart choice for urban gardeners. It flourishes in small containers and hydroponic systems, which use water and nutrients to grow plants without soil. Micro mint pairs wonderfully with crops like arugula, basil, and microgreens, helping you make the most of limited space. Embrace the charm of fresh herbs at home and elevate your garden with this versatile and fragrant plant.

Sunlight Requirements

Microgreens prefer 4-6 hours of direct sunlight. Indoors: Grow in shallow trays with bright light or hydroponically using grow lights for 10-12 hours.

Water Requirements

Mist regularly to keep the soil surface moist. Indoors, air can dry soil quickly; outdoors, mist more frequently during hot weather.

Temperature Tolerance

Microgreens are a cool weather crop and thrive in 60-75°F, ideally 65-70°F. They can be planted April through October. Plant year-round indoors, ensuring 65-70°F.

Container Size

Indoors: Shallow tray, 1-2" deep or reuse plastic containers; Outdoors: 6" wide, 3-4" deep, 1 gallon

Best Soil Mix

Microgreens prefer seed-starting mix or light, well-draining indoor potting soil, topped with a layer of worm castings.

How to Add Fertilizer

Indoors, mix in bat guano or a balanced fertilizer to the soil before scattering seeds. Outdoors, fish emulsion can be added every 2 or 3 weeks.

Growth Duration

Microgreens are ready for harvest 10-14 days after planting, or when the seedlings are 1-2 inches tall. Microgreens typically live for 1 to 3 weeks.

How To Trim

Harvest microgreens by cutting just above the soil line at 1-3 inches tall. Frequent harvesting ensures a continuous supply of fresh, nutrient-packed greens.

Growing Challenges

Wilting: Water consistently.

Yellow Leaves or fungus gnats: Water less. Slow Growth: Use balanced fertilizer. Leggy Growth: Add more light. Diseases (Damping Off): Add a fan, use seed starting soil and/or top with worm castings.

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Microgreens

Microgreens

Microgreens can thrive in even the tiniest of New York City apartments. We're talking windowsills, fire escapes, even that weird little nook by the fridge. Not only will your microgreens brighten up your home, but it will elevate your salad and smoothie game.

Microgreens

Here are the essential Microgreens basics you need.

Sunlight Requirements

Microgreens prefer 4-6 hours of direct sunlight. Indoors: Grow in shallow trays with bright light or hydroponically using grow lights for 10-12 hours.

Water Requirements

Mist regularly to keep the soil surface moist. Indoors, air can dry soil quickly; outdoors, mist more frequently during hot weather.

Temperature Tolerance

Microgreens are a cool weather crop and thrive in 60-75°F, ideally 65-70°F. They can be planted April through October. Plant year-round indoors, ensuring 65-70°F.

Container Size

Indoors: Shallow tray, 1-2" deep or reuse plastic containers; Outdoors: 6" wide, 3-4" deep, 1 gallon

Best Soil Mix

Microgreens prefer seed-starting mix or light, well-draining indoor potting soil, topped with a layer of worm castings.

Fertilizing

Indoors, mix in bat guano or a balanced fertilizer to the soil before scattering seeds. Outdoors, fish emulsion can be added every 2 or 3 weeks.

Growth Duration

Microgreens are ready for harvest 10-14 days after planting, or when the seedlings are 1-2 inches tall. Microgreens typically live for 1 to 3 weeks.

How To Trim

Harvest microgreens by cutting just above the soil line at 1-3 inches tall. Frequent harvesting ensures a continuous supply of fresh, nutrient-packed greens.

Growing Challenges

Wilting: Water consistently.

Yellow Leaves or fungus gnats: Water less. Slow Growth: Use balanced fertilizer. Leggy Growth: Add more light. Diseases (Damping Off): Add a fan, use seed starting soil and/or top with worm castings.

The Many Varieties of Microgreens

There are around 10-15 varieties of arugula gardeners commonly grow. One of the perks of growing arugula at home is the opportunity to experiment with different varieties that you won't find at the grocery store.

You can get a variety pack with 8 types of basil here.

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