Chicory  Facts  The taste  slightly tart and nutty  Germination  2 to 3 days  Growth until harvest  6 to 18 days  Nitrogen requirements  moderate - moderate eater  pH range  5.5 - 6.5   matching plants  Ec - area  1.5 - 2.0   suitable fish  Size  up to 5 cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  not necessary  Growth medium  - Stainless steel sprout sieve   - Sprouts made of glass or plastic   - Trays, perforated, different sizes available   Light  indirect light from the second day   Germination temperature  20°C  Irrigation  - Flood and drain 2 to 3 times a day, spray surface with water spray in the morning and evening if dry  Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems	Nutritional values ​​per 100g  Calories 23 kcal   Carbohydrates 4.7g  Proteins 1.7g  Fibers   4g  Vitamin C 24 mg  Sodium 45 mg  Potassium 420 mg  Calcium 100 mg  Iron  0.9 mg  Fat 0.3g

Steps of cultivation

1. Wash seeds briefly first

2. Dab the seeds and transfer them to the sprouting container of your choice 

3. The sprouts must be soaked in water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate 

4. The seeds are ready to harvest after a maximum of 18 days

5. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place 

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