Pak Choy microgreens are used for soups andmeals, as well as decorating purposes due to its sweet tasteand crispy and juicy texture. 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.Pak choi are consumed in different forms. The plant is being used mostlyfor itsleaves and leaf stalks.
Pak choi has thick white leaf stems andlarge, spoon-shaped, dark greenleaves.Color and size of the stem and leaves vary with different varieties.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.
