Discover the world of microgreens and learn how to grow incredibly healthy, tasty and nutritious greens right at home. This book will be your reliable guide - from choosing seeds and substrates to harvesting and storing microgreens.
You will learn: - Growing basics: what microgreens are, how they differ from sprouts and adult plants, the life cycle of crops.
- Equipment and materials: containers, soil and soilless substrates, lighting, irrigation systems and harvesting tools.
- Seed selection and sowing: popular and exotic crops, seed requirements, uniform sowing and soaking techniques.
- Microgreen care: lighting, watering, ventilation, protection from mold and pests.
- Harvesting and storage: how to harvest correctly, whether to wash or not to wash greens, packaging and extending freshness.
- Soilless Growing: Hydroponics and Aquaponics for Home Experiments and Small Businesses.
- Nutritional Value and Health Benefits: Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, Sample Diets for Different Needs.
- Common Problems and Solutions: Mold, Poor Germination, Weak or Yellow Sprouts, Excess or Lack of Moisture.
- Microgreens as a Business Opportunity: Market Demand, Sales, Costing, Certification, Scaling.
In the appendices, you will find a handy table of growing seasons for various crops, which will help you plan your crops and get a stable harvest.
This book is suitable for both beginners and those who want to develop their own home or mini-farm. It combines practical advice, scientific data and proven techniques, allowing you to get the most out of microgreens and enjoy a fresh, healthy product every day.