You just need a pot (of soil or water) and a single leaf with a bit of petiole or cutting to propagate most of the plants on this list. Isn’t it easy?
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Try these fast-growing microgreens that are ready in just a few days: Radish (5-7 days), Cress (5-8 days), Arugula (7-10 days), Sunflower (8-10 days), Pea Shoots (7-10 days), Mizuna (8-10 days), Mustard (7-10 days), Beet (7-10 days), Kale (8-10 days), and Broccoli (10-12 days). Just plant them in shallow containers, mist regularly, and harvest when true leaves appear. More tips below!
Microgreens are tiny, nutrient-packed plants that are super easy to grow. Here are some of the super-paced ones you must grow!
The days mentioned below are from the time the seeds germinated (It takes 2-3 days) and have grown to an inch or two.
The undisputed champion of fast-growing microgreens is Radish. It is ready to harvest in just 5-7 days, and you’ll love the peppery note it adds to salads, sandwiches, and dips.
Cress is another fast growing microgreen that is ready to be eaten in 5-8 days. Its peppery taste makes it a lovely garnish for drinks and soups.
Arugula is not that far behind radishes. You can grow these microgreens easily, and they’re ready to harvest in 7-10 days. They can be added to soups, pizzas, and pasta.
You might have snacked on sunflower seeds, but their microgreens pack a punch. And these are surprisingly fast growers – reaching harvest in 8-10 days.
Pea shoots are delicate tendrils full of a grassy flavor that can spruce up stir-fries, salads, and spring rolls. And they’re ready to be snipped in 7-10 days.
Have you ever tried Mizuna? These are Asian greens with a spicy, mustard-like flavor that can be harvested and enjoyed in 8-10 days. They also have a crunchy texture.
Mustards are piquant greens packed with a zesty flavor that you can enjoy in salads, eggs, and sandwiches. These microgreens are ready to harvest in 7-10
You just need a pot (of soil or water) and a single leaf with a bit of petiole or cutting to propagate most of the plants on this list. Isn’t it easy?
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