Hello new herbologists, and welcome to the Herbologist’s Journal! Some of you know what microgreens are already, looking for additional info, while I’m sure others are still not sure about the concept. I don’t blame you. Lets dive in!!
Lets get this little bit out of the way, first. Microgreens are not little carrots, or little versions of the plant you’re growing. They are the initial sprout of the plant. The seed breaks open for the root, and once established enough, it starts sprouting. Once the sprout gets to about 3-4 inches or 7.5-10cm tall.
I know some of the questions that could be running across your mind right now, would be, “Do you sell it so others finish growing it?” or, “Is that able to produce seeds to continue the lineage?” or, “Is that worth it? Doesn’t seem like enough food”. All are very valid questions. Believe me, they were my first thoughts, too.
Microgreens ate cut at the stem which stops further growth. When we sell it, it goes into the fridge. The plant does not flower, thus not creating seeds for lineage. Are Microgreens worth it? Doesn’t seem like enough food. YES! So very much worth it! Let me tell you why! Microgreens can contain 4-40 times more nutrients than its mature counterparts! Just a handful of microgreens can provide a daily dose of vitamin A, C, E, K, supporting immunity, skin health, gut health, and energy. With all of that and more under their belt, they are a versatile super food! You can put them in soups, salads, sandwiches, smoothies, garnishes and more!
Together, we are going to learn so much about the benefits of microgreens, you’ll be amazed at what these little plants have to offer! I have a few fun facts about microgreens, I think you’ll enjoy.
- NASA has experimented growing microgreens at the space station, for fresh nutrients, dense foods for the astronauts.
- While microgreens became popular in the 1980’s, their origins traced back to ancient civilizations using sprouts and young greens for nutrition.
- Micro greens may be small, but top high end chefs use them to boost flavor and to elevate dishes.
- Many microgreens, like Cilantro and Broccoli help support natural detoxification processes in the body making them a favorite for health enthusiasts.
Thank you all for taking this journey with us. We hope you come back to learn more about microgreens, other plants, natural remedies, DIY, sustainability and more!!