Anise
Facts |
The taste |
Mild, sweet, similar to licorice |
Germination |
7 - 10 days |
Growth until harvest |
17 - 20 days |
Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
pH range |
5.8 - 6.4 |
Ec - area |
0.9 - 1.4 |
Size |
7cm |
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Cultivation |
Soaking the seeds |
not necessary |
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 if dry |
Preferred system |
Ebb - flood systems |
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Nutritional values per 100g |
Calories |
29 kcal |
Carbohydrates |
7.1g |
Proteins |
1.2g |
Fibers |
3.5 mg |
Vitamin C |
10.6 mg |
Sodium |
53 mg |
Potassium |
412 mg |
Calcium |
47 mg |
Iron |
0.9 mg |
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Steps of cultivation
1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten
3. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a paving stone)
4. Germination occurs in 7 - 10 days
5. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
6. After 17 to 20 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested
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