Dandelion

 Facts
 The taste  Slightly bitter, earthy
 Germination  2 - 3 days
 Growth until harvest  12 - 25 days
 Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater
 pH range  5.0 - 6.5  matching plants
 Ec - area  1.2 - 2.0  suitable fish
 Size  5cm

 

Dandelion microgreens
   

 

 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 from germination 
 Germination temperature  24°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 45 kcal 
 Carbohydrates 9.2g
 Proteins 2.7g
 Iron 3.1 mg
 Vitamin C 35 mg
 Fibers  3.5g
 Sodium 76 mg
 Potassium 397 mg
 Fat 0.7g
 Calcium 187 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 12 to 25 days

7. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures  

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