00:00Nine gardening tips for growing delicious microgreens.
00:04Foster beneficial microbial life.
00:07Add 5 to 10% compost or worm castings to a soilless mix to boost microbes and roots.
00:13And after rinsing the medium, ensure it stays clean and mold-free.
00:18Select high-quality seeds.
00:21Choose fresh, untreated, disease-free seeds labeled for microgreens
00:25and store them cool and dry for uniform germination.
00:28Vigorous cotyledons and dense trays.
00:32Maintain consistent moisture.
00:34Bottom water trays for 10 to 15 minutes, then gently mist,
00:37keeping the surface moist but not saturated to prevent damping off and preserve delicate cotyledons.
00:44Harvest at the peak.
00:46Harvest at the first true leaves, usually within 7 to 14 days,
00:50and snip just above the medium with clean scissors to capture peak flavor and texture.
00:56Optimize air circulation.
00:59Provide gentle airflow with a small fan to discourage mold,
01:02strengthen stems, deter fungus gnats, and promote upright, resilient growth.
01:08Experiment with varieties.
01:11Experiment with different varieties and colorful blends while recording germination harvest windows
01:16and flavors to discover favorites and keep gardening exciting.
01:20Ensure proper light levels.
01:22Provide bright, indirect light or LED illumination for 12 to 16 hours,
01:27positioning lights 4 to 6 inches above the canopy to prevent legginess and enhance color and flavor.
01:33Use sterile growing medium.
01:36Start with sterile peat or cocoa quire, moisten and fluff it, and optionally add charcoal to reduce pathogens and support clean, successful germination.
01:46Control temperature.
01:47Maintain a steady 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, avoiding drafts and heat vents since stable moderate temperatures reduce stress and pests while promoting uniform vigorous growth.
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