Pea
Facts |
Intolerable with |
The taste |
Fresh, sweet |
germination |
2 - 3 days |
Growth until harvest |
6 - 14 days |
Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
pH range |
6.0 - 7.0 |
Ec - area |
0.8 - 1.8 |
Size |
10 centimeters |
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Cultivation |
Soaking the seeds |
recommended (6 - 24 hours) |
Soak the medium |
Yes |
Growth medium |
- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred) - Coconut soil - Peat-free potting soil - Hemp mats |
Light |
12 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 and flow systems , deep water nutrient film technology
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Nutritional values per 100g |
Carbohydrates |
8g |
Fibers |
3g |
Proteins |
2g |
Vitamin A |
2% daily requirement |
vitamin C |
50% daily requirement |
Vitamin K |
15% daily requirement |
Calcium |
4% daily requirement |
Iron |
10% daily requirement |
Magnesium |
22 mg |
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Steps of cultivation
1. Place the seeds in a bowl of clean water to soak for 6 - 24 hours, the seeds will grow twice as large as when dry
2. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
3. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters
4. Moisten the seeds extensively with a water sprayer
5. Cover with any cover and weigh down (e.g. two baking stones), store in a dark place
6. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
7. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
8. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 6 to 14 days
9. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures
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