8-12 days. Broccoli makes an excellent microgreen as it is one of the easiest crops to grow. It has a delicious mild, fresh cabbage flavor and makes a great addition to any microgreens salad or garnish.
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GardenGrowing Waltham 29 Broccoli Microgreens
- Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
- Presoak: No Soak
- Suitable Growth Medium: Hydroponic and Soil
- Germ time: 2-3 Days
- Harvest time: 8-12 Days
- Color:A thin white stem with shades of purple and a green top
- Flavor: a strong broccoli flavor
- Texture: Soft
- Nutrients: Vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, and phosphorus
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Seeds Per Package:
- 3 g - Approximately 950 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 9,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 36,000 Seeds
- 8 oz - Approximately 72,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 144,000 Seeds
- 2.5 lb - Approximately 360,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 720,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 3,600,000 Seeds
Broccoli grows very fast and is one of the easiest microgreens to grow. It can be sown a little more thickly that other seeds. Keep in the dark with the black-out dome for 3 days and then flip the lid on day 4 & 5 to put a little stress on the emerging seedlings. This will strengthen the crop.
Broccoli colors up quickly and is greener than most other crops. It is a hardy and substantial microgreen that has a fresh, mild cabbage flavor. They are also favored for their health benefits, being a great source of sulforaphane. It is an excellent choice as a base for any micro greens salad.