How to Start an Indoor Microgreen Garden

How to Start an Indoor Microgreen Garden

With their quick growth and high nutrition content, microgreens are a great candidate for a small, indoor garden. Learn more in this featured post by Rogue Preparedness. ~ The Editors

If you want to add some greenery and fresh ingredients to your home, a microgreen garden is a great place to start. These tiny plants grow fast indoors with hardly any space or effort. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, it's a simple, eco-friendly project with big benefits. Not only do they brighten up your space and improve indoor air quality, but they also give you free ingredients that can be added to virtually any dish. Ready to start? Here's how to grow your own microgreens.

Gather Your Supplies

To get started, you just need a few basics. First, get your microgreen seeds. These can be purchased from plant nurseries or home improvement stores. Choose seeds that are suitable for growing inside. Some of the best types are broccoli, kale, beets, and arugula. 

Next, gather a few shallow trays or containers. You can buy seed starting trays or repurpose things you already have. Plastic berry containers and old takeout containers work perfectly and keep your project low waste. Just be sure they have drainage holes at the bottom so excess water isn't trapped. Finally, choose your growing medium. Coconut coir and peat-based potting mixes are typically ideal for microgreens. 

Plant Your Seeds 

Now that you have your supplies, it's time to plant your microgreens. Put your growing medium inside your containers and lightly water it. It should be damp like a sponge, but not soggy. Spread the seeds out evenly, covering the majority of the soil. Microgreens grow best when they're densely packed, but avoid overcrowding. Generously spray them with water and cover them with a tray. This keeps them in the dark so they can germinate without drying out. 

Continue reading the instructions for starting your own indoor microgreens garden at Rogue Preparedness.

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