Gartenmelde  Facts  The taste  Spinach, earthy, mild  Germination  3 - 5 days  Growth until harvest  12 - 16 days   Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater  pH range  5.5 - 6.5  matching plants  Ec - area  0.8 - 1.5  suitable fish  Size  5cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  for 8 to 12 hours  Soak the medium  not necessary   Growth medium  - Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)  - Coconut soil  - Peat-free potting soil  - Hemp mats  Light  at least 12 hours of exposure per day  Germination temperature  at least 21°C  irrigation  - Flood and drain twice a day  - spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening  Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems	Nutritional values ​​per 100g  Calories 26 kcal  Carbohydrates 3g   Proteins 2.3g  Fat 0.3g

Steps of cultivation

1. Soak the seeds in cold water for 8 to 12 hours and then drain 

2. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface 

3. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten

4. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a paving stone) 

5. Germination occurs in 3 - 5 days 

6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system

7. After 12 to 16 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested

8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures   

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