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Marjoram

  • Marjoram (Microgreens)

    Marjoram 

     Facts
     The taste  Like oregano, mild, sweet, slightly bitter
     Germination  2 - 3 days
     Growth until harvest  10 - 14 days
     Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater
     pH range  6.0 - 6.5  matching plants
     Ec - area  1.6 - 2.0  suitable fish
     Size  10 centimeters

     

    Marjoram Microgreen
       

     

     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
     Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems

     

     Nutritional values ​​per 100g
     Calories 271 kcal 
     Carbohydrates 60.6g
     Proteins 12.7g
     Iron 82.7 mg
     Vitamin C 51.4 mg
     Fibers  40.3g
     Sodium 77 mg
     Potassium 1522 mg
     Fat 7g
     Calcium 1990 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 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 - 3 days 

    6. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system

    7. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 10 to 14 days

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

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