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Facts about Anise

The taste:

Mild, sweet, similar to licorice

Germination:

7 - 10 days

Growth until harvest:

17 - 20 days

Nitrogen requirements:

low - weak eater

pH range:

5.8 - 6.4 matching plants

Ec - area:

0.9 - 1.4 suitable fish

Size:

7cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 12 hours of exposure per day

Germination temperature:

at least 21°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening if dry

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

29 kcal

Carbohydrates

7.1 g

Proteins

1.2 g

Fibers

3.5 mg

Vitamin C

10.6 mg

Sodium

53 mg

Potassium

412 mg

Calcium

47 mg

Iron

0.9 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten
3. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a paving stone)
4. Germination occurs in 7 - 10 days
5. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
6. After 17 to 20 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested

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Facts

The taste

Mild, slightly bittersweet, delicate

Germination

2 - 5 days

Growth until harvest

20 - 24 days

Nitrogen requirements

high - heavy feeder

pH range

5.8 - 6.3 matching plants

Ec - area

1.2 - 2.0 suitable fish

Size

up to 15 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds

For 4 to 8 hours

Soak the medium

not necessary

Growth medium

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light

at least 12 hours of exposure per day from
germination

Germination temperature

21°C

irrigation

- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional Values per 100g (Raw Asparagus Microgreens)

Calories

22 kcal

Carbohydrates

3.9 g

Protein

2.2 g

Total Fat

0.2 g

Dietary Fiber

2.1 g

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Vitamin K

41.6 μg 35% DV

Vitamin C

5.6 mg 6% DV

Vitamin A

38 μg 4% DV

Vitamin E

1.1 mg 7% DV

Folate (B9)

52 μg 13% DV

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Iron

2.1 mg 12% DV

Calcium

24 mg 2% DV

Potassium

202 mg 4% DV

Magnesium

14 mg 3% DV

Phosphorus

52 mg 4% DV

Source:
USDA FoodData Central & nutritional research | Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Steps of cultivation

1. Soak seeds in cold water for 4 to 8 hours, then drain seeds
2. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
3. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten
4. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a paving stone)
5. Germination occurs in 2 to 5 days
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 20 to 24 days
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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Facts about Barley

The taste:

Mild, earthy, slightly grassy

Germination:

12 days

Growth until harvest:

7 - 9 days

Nitrogen requirements:

low - weak eater

pH range:

6.0 - 7.0   suitable plants

Ec - area:

1.2 - 1.8   suitable fish

Size:

13cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

for 12 hours

Soak the medium:

optional

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 14 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 - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

345 kcal

Carbohydrates

73.5 g

Proteins

12.5 g

Iron

3.6 mg

Fibers

17.3 g

Sodium

122 mg

Potassium

452 mg

Fat

2.3 g

Calcium

33 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Soak the seeds in cold water for 12 hours, then drain the seeds
2. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
3. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, then moisten
4. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a baking stone), store in a dark place
5. Germination occurs in 1 - 2 days
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
7. After 7 to 9 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested

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Facts about Basil

The taste:

Strong, spicy, slightly bitter

germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

up to 25 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

5.5 - 6   matching plants

Ec - area:

1.0 - 1.6   suitable fish

Size:

up to 7 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 12 hours of exposure per day

Germination temperature:

23°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

23 kcal

Carbohydrates

2.65 g

Fibers

1.6 g

Calcium

177 mg

Iron

3.17 mg

Vitamin B complex

1.25 mg

Vitamin C

20 mg

Potassium

295 mg

Magnesium

64 mg

Sodium

4 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters
3. Moisten the seeds extensively with a water sprayer
4. Cover with any cover and weigh it down (e.g. two bricks)
5. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
7. After about 20 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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Facts about Beetroot

The taste:

Mild, earthy, similar to leaf spinach

Germination:

2 - 5 days

Growth until harvest:

10 - 20 days

Nitrogen requirements:

moderate - moderate eater

pH range:

6.0   matching plants

Ec - area:

1.8 - 2.2   suitable fish

Size:

max. 10 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

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 2-3 times a day as soon as growth medium becomes dry
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional Values per 100g (Raw)

Calories

43 kcal

Carbohydrates

9.6 g

Sugars

6.8 g

Protein

1.6 g

Total Fat

0.2 g

Dietary Fiber

2.8 g

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Folate (B9)

109 μg 27% DV

Manganese

0.3 mg 15% DV

Potassium

325 mg 7% DV

Iron

0.8 mg 4% DV

Vitamin C

4.9 mg 5% DV

Magnesium

23 mg 6% DV

Source:
USDA FoodData Central | Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, coriander requires a lot of space, approx. 1 seed per cm² 
3. Moisten the seeds extensively with a water sprayer 
4. Cover with any cover and weigh it down (e.g. two baking stones), store in a dark place  
5. Germination occurs in 2 - 5 days
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system 
7. After 10 to 20 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested 
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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Facts about Broad Beans

The taste

Nutty, sweet

Germination

3 - 4 days

Growth until harvest

12 - 15 days

Nitrogen requirements

moderate - moderate eater

pH range

6.0 - 6.5 matching plants

Ec - area

1.8 - 2.2 suitable fish

Size

up to 7 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds

recommended for 6 - 24 hours

Soak the medium

recommended

Growth medium

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light

at least 12 hours of exposure per day, light 45 - 60 cm away from plants

Germination temperature

at least 21°C

Irrigation

- Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

88 kcal

Carbohydrates

18 g

Vitamin B1

0.13 mg

Vitamin C

3.7 mg

Sodium

25 mg

Proteins

8 g

Fibers

7.5 mg

Magnesium

33 mg

Calcium

37 mg

Iron

1.55 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Place the seeds in a bowl of clean water to soak for 6 - 24 hours
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 3 - 4 days
7. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
8. After 12 to 15 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested
9. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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Facts about Broccoli

The taste:

Spicy, piquant, light cabbage taste

Germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

7 - 14 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

6.0 - 6.5   matching plants

Ec - area:

2.8 - 3.5   suitable fish

Size:

2.5 - 7.6 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

16 - 18 hours of exposure per day

Germination temperature:

21°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day or root continuously in water
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb and flow systems , nutrient film technology

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Vitamin A

221.8 mg

Vitamin C

51 mg

Vitamin E

24.1 mg

Calcium

88 mg

Iron

0.67 mg

Magnesium

51 mg

Anti-cyanates

12.66 mg

Potassium

326 mg

Manganese

0.37 mg

Nitrate

267 mg

Copper

0.09 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters
3. Moisten the seeds extensively with a water sprayer
4. Cover with any cover and weigh it down (e.g. two baking stones), store in a dark place
5. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 7 to 14 days
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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• Broccoli

Facts about Brussels Sprouts

The taste:

Slightly peppery, fresh

Germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

8 - 12 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

6.5 - 7.5  matching plants

Ec - area:

2.5 - 3.0  suitable fish

Size:

7cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary 

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 10 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 - flood systems

Nutritional Values per 100g (Raw)

Calories

43 kcal

Carbohydrates

9 g

Protein

3.4 g

Total Fat

0.3 g

Dietary Fiber

3.8 g

Sugars

2.2 g

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Vitamin C

85 mg 94% DV

Vitamin K

177 μg 148% DV

Folate

61 μg 15% DV

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Potassium

389 mg

Calcium

42 mg

Iron

1.4 mg

Sodium

25 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central | Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface 
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters
3. Moisten the seeds extensively with water 
4. Cover with any cover and weigh down (e.g. 2 kg), store in a dark place 
5. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days 
6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 12 days 
8. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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• Brussels sprouts

Facts about Buckwheat

The taste:

Slightly sour, like salad

Germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

7 - 9 days

Nitrogen requirements:

low - weak eater

pH range:

6.0 - 7.0 suitable plants

Ec - area:

1.2 - 1.6 suitable fish

Size:

7cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

12 hours

Soak the medium:

Recommended

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 12 hours of exposure per day

Germination temperature:

at least 21°C

Irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

 

Nutritional Values per 100g  (Microgreens)

Energy 168 kJ / 40 kcal

Fat 0.8 g

of which saturated fatty acids 0.2 g

Carbohydrates 6.5 g

of which sugars 0.8 g

Fiber 3.2 g

Protein 4.8 g

Salt 0.02 g

Vitamins & Minerals per 100g  (Microgreens)

Vitamin C 24.0 mg

Vitamin A 95.0 µg

Vitamin K 180.0 µg

Vitamin E 3.2 mg

Folate 48.0 µg

Iron 3.8 mg

Magnesium 42.0 mg

Manganese 0.8 mg

Zinc 1.2 mg

Potassium 220.0 mg

Calcium 28.0 mg

Copper 0.15 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Place the seeds in a bowl of cold water to soak for 12 hours
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 and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a baking stone), store in a dark place
6. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
7. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
8. After 7 to 9 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested
9. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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Facts about Carrots

The taste:

Mild, earthy

Germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

8 - 14 days

Nitrogen requirements:

moderate - moderate eater

pH range:

6.0 - 6.5  matching plants

Ec - area:

1.4 - 1.9  suitable fish

Size:

8cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

at least 12 hours of exposure per day, light 45 - 60 cm away from plants

Germination temperature:

21°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

41 kcal

carbohydrates

0.3 g

Proteins

0.9 g

iron

1 mg

vitamin C

5.9 mg

fibers

2.8 g

sodium

69 mg

potassium

320 mg

Fat

0.2 g

Calcium

33 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten
3. Cover with any cover and weigh it down lightly (e.g. a paving stone)
4. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
5. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system 
6. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 14 days

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Facts about Cauliflower

The taste:

Mild cauliflower flavor

Germination:

2 - 3 days

Growth until harvest:

8 - 12 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

6.0 - 7.0 suitable plants

Ec - area:

0.5 - 2.0 suitable fish

Size:

up to 10 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

12 hours of exposure per day, light at a distance of 60 cm above the plants

Germination temperature:

21°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

61 kcal

Carbohydrates

14 g

Proteins

1.5 g

Vitamin C

12 mg

Fat

0.3 g

Calcium

59 mg

Fibers

1.8 g

Iron

2.1 mg

Phosphates

35 mg

Magnesium

28 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial accumulations, moisten
3. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a paving stone)
4. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
5. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
6. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 12 days
7. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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• Cauliflower

Facts about Celery

The taste:

Earthy, mild, sweet

Germination:

7 - 14 days (less if soaked)

Growth until harvest:

21 - 30 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

6.5 matching plants

Ec - area:

1.8 - 2.4 suitable fish

Size:

up to 7.5 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

recommended for 24 - 48 hours

Soak the medium:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats

Light:

12 to 14 hours of exposure per day, at a short distance above the plants (approx. 40 to 60 cm)

Germination temperature:

approx. 24°C

irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

14 kcal

Carbohydrates

3 g

Proteins

0.69 g

Vitamin C

3.1 mg

Fat

0.17 g

Calcium

40 mg

Fibers

1.6 g

Iron

0.2 mg

Phosphates

24 mg

Magnesium

11 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Place the seeds in a bowl of clean water to soak for 24 - 48 hours
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 and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a baking stone), store in a dark place
6. Germination occurs in 7 - 14 days
7. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
8. After 21 to 30 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested
9. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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