Chia  Facts  The taste  Bitter, nutty, slightly spicy  Germination  1 to 2 days  Growth until harvest  3 days  Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater  pH range  6.0 - 7.5   matching plants  Ec - area  1.2 - 2.0   suitable fish  Size  up to 5 cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  not necessary  Growth medium  - Stainless steel sprout sieve - Sprouts made of glass or plastic   - Trays, perforated, different sizes available   Light  passive light   Germination temperature  21°C  Irrigation  - Flood and drain 2 to 3 times a day, spray surface with water spray in the morning and evening if dry  Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems	Nutritional values ​​per 100g  Calories 486 kcal   Carbohydrates 42.1g  Proteins 16.5g  Fibers   34.4g  Vitamin C 1.6 mg  Sodium 16 mg  Potassium 407 mg  Calcium 631 mg  Iron  7.7 mg  Fat 3.3g

Steps of cultivation

1. Wash seeds briefly first

2. Then transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice 

3. The sprouts must be soaked in water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate 

4. After 1 to 2 days the seeds will sprout and after 3 days they will be ready to harvest

5. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place 

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