Marigold  Facts  The taste  Lemony, slightly spicy  Germination  2 - 4 days  Growth until harvest  8 to 14 days   Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater  pH range  5.8 - 6.2  matching plants  Ec - area  0.8 - 1.3  suitable fish  Size  7cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  not necessary  Soak the medium  optional  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 twice a day  - spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening  Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems	Nutritional values ​​per 100g    Carbohydrates 23.8g  Fat 7.5g  Proteins  14.9g  Calories 296 kcal

Steps of cultivation

1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface 

2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters

3. Moisten the seeds thoroughly with a water sprayer 

4. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a baking stone), store in a dark place 

5. Germination occurs in 2 - 4 days 

6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system

7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 14 days 

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

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