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Brussels sprouts

  • Brussels Sprouts (Microgreens)

    Brussels Sprouts

     Facts
     The taste  Slightly peppery, fresh
     Germination  2 - 3 days
     Growth until harvest  8 - 12 days
     Nitrogen requirements  high - heavy feeder
     pH range  6.5 - 7.5  matching plants
     Ec - area  2.5 - 3.0  suitable fish
     Size  7cm

     

    Brussels sprouts microgreens
       

     

     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 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

     

     Nutritional values ​​per 100g
     Calories 25 kcal 
     Carbohydrates 5g
     Proteins 1.9g
     Iron 0.4 mg
     Vitamin C 48.2 mg
     Fibers  2g
     Sodium 30 mg
     Potassium 299
     Fat 0.3g
     Calcium 22 mg

    Steps of cultivation

    1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface 

    2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters

    3. Moisten the seeds extensively with water 

    4. Cover with any cover and weigh down (e.g. 2 kg), store in a dark place 

    5. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days 

    6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system

    7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 12 days 

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

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