Product Bio

Alfalfa is one of the healthiest microgreens you can eat. Jampacked with nutritions, they give you a good crunch with a mild flavor. It is no wonder it has a good reputation, as the full-grown plant is used as a medical herb.
Alfalfa is part of the legume family and is also known as the lucerne plant. As a full-grown plant, it’s a beautiful purple flower and as microgreens, they have deep green leaves.

Alfalfa microgreens are best grown in soilless mediums. These microgreens are easy to grow, and you will find that you have a batch to harvest after around two weeks. The seeds are small, and you should sprinkle them evenly across the tray. To prevent the seedlings from weakening, you can mist them or give them water from the bottom if you are using an under-tray. You should maintain even moisture and not allow the medium to dry out.

SEED TYPE : Organic, Heirloom And Non-GMO
SEED PRE SOAK : No
GROWING MEDIUM : Soil / Hydroponic
FLAVOUR : Nutty & Mild Flavour with a wild crunch
COLOUR : Earthy Green Leaves With White Stems

GROWING GUIDE FOR BASIL MICROGREEN SEEDS

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Take a flat shallow tray or a garden pot that is at least 4-5 inches deep.
Fill it with clean potting/garden soil mixed with some manure or vermicompost.
Spread the seeds evenly and densely on the soil surface and cover them with a thin layer of soil (or sand).
Allow the seeds to germinate for 3-4 days, keeping them in shade.
Expose your seedlings to sunlight and air as and when most of them start to sprout from the soil surface.
Find a balcony or a kitchen spot that receives good sun and air.

GROWING REQUIREMENTS

SOIL
You can use fresh garden soil, cleaned of any impurities or pebbles. Microgreens also grow well in hydroponics. Mix the soil with 30% manure or vermicompost for better results.

SPOT
Microgreens need 4-5 hours of good sunlight. A bright sunny spot near a window or a kitchen shelf is an ideal one.

WATERING
Water this plant regularly without letting the soil dry out completely. Water should not splash on the tiny seeds directly. The soil is to be kept moist from the sides using a water spray or a can. Prefer watering your microgreens twice a day; once in the morning and once in the evening, depending on the room temperature.

HOW TO HARVEST
Microgreens are easy to grow and the harvest gets ready in around 7-12 days.
The shoots can grow upto 3 inches long, but can be harvested early according to your requirement.
Take a sharp scissor or knife and cut the shoots just above the soil surface carefully, without affecting the roots.
Make sure to not harvest your crop immediately after watering the plant. Keep the medium dry 4-5 hours before the harvest.
Rinse the cut shoots with warm water and consume immediately for maximum benefits.