Facts about Chia
The taste
Bitter, nutty, slightly spicy
Germination
1 to 2 days
Growth until harvest
3 days
Nitrogen requirements
low - weak eater
pH range
6.0 - 7.5 matching plants
Ec - area
1.2 - 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
- Trays, perforated, different sizes available
Light
passive light
Germination temperature
21°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
Nutritional values per 100g
Calories
486 kcal
Carbohydrates
42.1g
Proteins
16.5g
Fibers
34.4g
Vitamin C
1.6 mg
Sodium
16 mg
Potassium
407 mg
Calcium
631 mg
Iron
7.7 mg
Fat
3.3g
Steps of cultivation
- Wash seeds briefly first
- Then transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice
- The sprouts must be soaked in water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate
- After 1 to 2 days the seeds will sprout and after 3 days they will be ready to harvest
- Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place
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