Are microgreens and sprouts the same thing? The terms are often used interchangeably, but there are differences between them. Both microgreens and sprouts are young plants harvested shortly after the emergence of leaves and before they mature into adult plants....
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Are Coffee Grounds Good for Microgreens?
You might be tempted to use coffee grounds in your planting soil because you heard they're good for microgreens. However, are they actually beneficial for growing? The simple answer is no. Here's why. Coffee Grounds are Acidic Coffee grounds are too acidic and add no...
How to Cure & Store Garlic
Curing garlic is an easy process. The reason garlic needs to be cured is so that it will last longer in storage. Plan for an extra couple of weeks before you'll be able to use your freshly harvested garlic. Where to Cure It You will want to cure it in a dry, warm...
How & When to Harvest Garlic
Depending on the type of garlic you plant, there will be signs that the bulbs are heading to harvest time. And how nice of them to give us these clues because, after all, how would we know when just the right time is here? Whether it's a hard neck or soft neck type...
How to Grow Garlic For Beginners
If you have ever had the pleasure of experiencing the robust flavor of fresh harvested and cured garlic, the store-bought ones will pale in comparison. We happened to have a successful garlic growing season our very first time and you can too. Here are the basic...
What is the Secret to Growing Microgreens?
Choosing Your SeedsUse Organic SoilThe Importance of Light & WaterGood Air Flow & Consistent TemperaturesWhen and How to HarvestCan You Regrow Microgreens After They've Been Cut? Learn More Microgreens have become very popular in last decade. These tiny greens...
The Most Popular Microgreens for Chefs
Microgreens have become very popular among chefs as a way to elevate presentation and taste. If you're selling microgreens, you definitely want to know what the top choices of microgreens are that chefs want. There are several varieties that tend to be on the favorite...
5 Tips for Growing Microgreens Successfully at Home
If you're familiar with microgreens you know how flavorful they are. You don't have to buy them at a store. To save money and get fresher microgreens, you can grow them at home with a little bit of equipment and time. We'll share 5 tips to make growing microgreens at...
How to Grow Nasturtium Microgreens Using 3 Simple Steps
That's right, nasturtium microgreens are a thing. We know nasturtiums are a beautiful and edible flower that can add a peppery kick to salads. But you can also grow them specifically for their shoots and leaves. Nasturtium microgreens (also called shoots) are a...
What Is the Best Soil for Microgreens?
If you're new to growing microgreens or are struggling to find the right microgreens soil mix to make your microgreens grow lush and vibrant, you've found the right article. What type of soil to use for microgreens is important. There's no shortage of opinions about...
How To Grow Lettuce Indoors
Grow lettuce indoors? The idea might surprise you. Maybe you don't have space for an outdoor garden or you want a fresh supply of veggies on hand during the winter. Can lettuce successfully be harvested from pots? The answer is yes. If you don't have an outdoor...
What Is the Soil Food Web & How Does It Help Your Garden?
If you’re a gardener who has high hopes of a good garden crop only to be disappointed by the results, you’re not alone. Believe me, we’ve been there plenty of times. Maybe you’re frustrated with it. It’s easy to give up and brand yourself as having “a black thumb”....
What Are the Benefits of Compost Tea?
What is compost tea? Why do I need it? How do I use it? Those are questions every grower should ask before implementing compost tea. Simply put, compost tea is a concentrated liquid blend of microbial populations that help your plants become vigorous and healthy...
What Are the Best Lights for Microgreens?
What are the best type of grow lights for microgreens? Are all grow lights created equal? The short answer to the second question is a definite, no. In fact, some lights won’t even work for vegetable production indoors. If you choose the wrong light, your microgreens...
What is the Best Soil for Raised Beds?
Growing your own garden has risen in popularity over the last decade and one of the best options is to choose raised beds. One of the most important questions to ask is, what kind of soil is best for raised beds to make my plants thrive? There are lots of...