Cabbage microgreens are low in calories and are rich source of protein with an excellent source of minerals. It is harvested just after they have sprouted and produced their first set of true leaves.
Microgreens are relatively easy to grow on a small scale and can also thrive indoors if indirect bright light is available.It is a small, leafy biennial producing a compact globular mass of smooth or crinkled leaves wrapped over each other known as head.
The outer leaves are generally larger than the inner. The stem is short and stout. Follow the steps to grow your own Microgreens:Select a container having 4-6 inch upper diameter.Fill the container with well drained and nutrient rich soil leaving some space (About 1 inch) below rim.Scatter seeds over potting soil in a planter and cover with another thin layer of soil.Mist the soil with water and Cover the seed container with a transparent plastic paper.Place near a source of bright indirect sunlight or under artificial bright light.Continue to mist the seeds to keep the soil moist. Don, t overwater it. Remove plastic wrapping once seeds start to germinate.After germination the Microgreens will be ready to harvest in 2-3 weeks.
