Nasturtium
Facts |
The taste |
Hot, intense like wasabi |
Germination |
12 days |
Growth until harvest |
8 - 12 days |
Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
pH range |
6.0 - 6.5 |
Ec - area |
1.2 - 2.4 |
Size |
6cm |
|
|
|
|
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 |
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 |
134 kcal |
Carbohydrates |
5.5g |
Proteins |
2.2g |
Iron |
1.3 mg |
Vitamin C |
69 mg |
Fibers |
1.1g |
Magnesium |
38 mg |
Vitamin B6 |
0.25 mg |
Vitamin E |
0.7 mg |
Calcium |
81 mg |
|
Steps of cultivation
1. Soak seeds for 4 to 8 hours and then drain
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 1 - 2 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
Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki
Context:
ID: 424
|