Clover
Facts |
The taste |
Mild, nutty, sweet, fresh |
Germination |
2 - 3 days |
Growth until harvest |
8 - 12 days |
Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
pH range |
6.2 - 6.5 |
Ec - area |
1.2 - 2.4 |
Size |
up to 5 cm |
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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 |
21°C |
Irrigation |
- Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening
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Preferred system |
Ebb - flood systems |
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Nutritional values per 100g |
Calories |
29 kcal |
Carbohydrates |
3.53g |
Proteins |
3.5g |
Vitamin C |
7.1 mg |
Fat |
0.59g |
Calcium |
24 mg |
Fibers |
2.4g |
Iron |
0.85 mg |
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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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Context:
ID: 381
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