How to grow microgreens
If you’re looking for something to do to keep your green fingers busy, or want to start growing vegetables yourself, then you can’t go wrong with growing microgreens
Despite being tiny, microgreens, microherbs and microleaves are not only packed full of nutrients but taste great in meals too. This super quick and easy indoor gardening project takes up barely any space and has almost instant reward when you’re harvesting in as little as one week! By following this simple step-by-step guide, you can start growing your very own microgreens today
Know before you grow
Microgreens are the seedlings of leafy herbs and plants that would usually be allowed to grow to full size, but can be harvested at an early stage
Household name microgreens include chives and cress, but did you know you can also get microgreen versions of popular veggies and leafy greens such as onions, broccoli and spinach?
You can grow microgreens by either using a water-retaining material like kitchen roll, or with compost. Both methods have their advantages, so it’s up to you what method to use. The most import thing is to keep your seeds consistently moist
You will need
Microgreen seeds of your choice
Seed tray, guttering, recycled yoghurt pots – any container-like thing you can grow your microgreens in!
Cut felt or kitchen roll
Multi-purpose, peat-free compost (optional)
A well-lit windowsill or an indoor grow light
Top tip: As an easy alternative, look out for our specialised microgreen growing products in-store, which come with everything you need to grow microgreens at home – you just need to add water
STEP-BY- STEP GUIDE: HOW TO GROW MICROGREENS
Choose from our vast variety of microgreen seeds in-store or online. Because they take up so little space, you can have a few different batches growing at the same time to satisfy all your herby needs
Find a container –this could be anything from a seed tray to an old yoghurt pot. Line the bottom with cut felt or kitchen roll. If you’re using soil, then then fill up the container at this stage and make a shallow hole in the compost with your finger
Sprinkle in a dense but evenly spaced line of seeds (thick clumps of seeds won’t grow properly)
Place the container in a bright spot (a windowsill or under an indoor light) and water regularly to keep the seeds consistently damp
Your microgreens will be ready to harvest in a week or two. Taste test as they grow and the flavours develop. When you’re ready to harvest, snip them at the base or pull them out by the root and enjoy!