Microgreens are young seedlings of vegetables and herbs, harvested when they are just a few centimetres tall. They are full of flavour, easy to grow on a windowsill and ready in one to two weeks.
What you need
- A shallow tray with drainage holes, or a grow mat
- Cocopeat or a light growing medium
- Microgreen seeds such as radish, mustard, sunflower, peas or fenugreek (methi)
- A spray bottle and a bright windowsill
A microgreen kit includes everything you need to start.
Step by step
- Fill the tray with 2–3 cm of moist cocopeat and level it.
- Sow thickly: scatter seeds evenly so they almost touch.
- Cover for 2–3 days: keep the tray covered and in the dark until the seeds sprout.
- Move to light: once sprouted, place the tray in bright, indirect light.
- Mist daily: keep the medium moist but not soggy.
- Harvest in 7–14 days, when the first leaves open, by cutting just above the soil.
Best microgreens for beginners
Radish, mustard and fenugreek are quick and forgiving. Sunflower and peas give crunchy, sweet shoots.
Frequently asked questions
Can I regrow microgreens from the same tray?
Most microgreens do not regrow after cutting, so sow a fresh tray every week for a steady supply.
Do you run microgreen workshops?
Yes, for homes, schools and teams. See our workshops.
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