HOW TO GROW YOUR MICROGREENS

STEP 1- Clean Your Container

Grab that empty pesto pot (or any small container) and give it a good rinse. A clean start helps your your greens grow happy and healthy.

STEP 2- Add Soil

Fill your pot about two-thirds with compost or potting soil. No need to pack it down-just keep it loose and airy.

STEP 3- Water the Soil

Lightly water the soil so its evenly damp-not soaking wet, just moist.

STEP 4- Sprinkle the Seeds

Evenly scatter your microgreen seeds over the surface. No need to bury them.

STEP 5-Mist or Water Again

Lightly water the seeds- just a gentle sprinkle is enough.

STEP 6- Time for Darkness

Cover your pot with its lid or a plate and pop it in a dark cupboard for 3-4 days. This helps kickstart germination. Keep checking daily-the soil should remain most, so water if neccesary.

STEP 7- Let There Be Light

Once you see little shoots (usually around day 4), uncover your pot and move it to a bright spot-a sunny windowsill is perfect!

STEP 8- Keep Watching and Watering

Your microgreens will grow quickly! Keep the soil slightly moist as they grow.

STEP 9 - Time to Harvest!

When your microgreens are around 2 inches tall or have their first set of 'true leaves;, they're ready!! Use scissors to snip them just about the soil line.

STEP 10- EAT YOUR GREENS!

Give your greens a quick rinse, then toss them into salads. sandwiches or on top of pretty much anything. Fresh, flavourful, and grown by you-nice work.

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