Purslane
Facts |
The taste |
Like spinach, light like seaweed |
Germination |
3 - 5 days |
Growth until harvest |
10 - 14 days |
Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
pH range |
5.8 - 6.2 |
Ec - area |
0.8 - 1.2 |
Size |
6cm |
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Cultivation |
Soaking the seeds |
not necessary |
Soak the medium |
optional |
Growth medium |
- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred) - Coconut soil - Peat-free potting soil - Hemp mats |
Light |
at least 10 hours of exposure per day |
Germination temperature |
21°C |
Irrigation |
- Flood and drain twice a day - spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening |
Preferred system |
Ebb - flood systems |
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Nutritional values per 100g |
Calories |
20 kcal |
Carbohydrates |
3.4g |
Proteins |
2g |
Iron |
2 mg |
Vitamin C |
21 mg |
Fibers |
0g |
Sodium |
45 mg |
Potassium |
494 mg |
Fat |
0.4g |
Calcium |
65 mg |
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Steps of cultivation
1. Soak seeds as desired for 10 minutes
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. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 10 to 14 days
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures
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