Brussels Sprouts

 Facts
 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

 

Brussels sprouts 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 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 25 kcal 
 Carbohydrates 5g
 Proteins 1.9g
 Iron 0.4 mg
 Vitamin C 48.2 mg
 Fibers  2g
 Sodium 30 mg
 Potassium 299
 Fat 0.3g
 Calcium 22 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 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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