Black lenses  Facts  The taste  Intense, nutty, milder than red lentils  Germination  1 to 2 days   Growth until harvest  2 to 4 days  Nitrogen requirements  low - weak eater   pH range  6.0 - 7.0   suitable plants  Ec - area  1.2 - 2.4   suitable fish  Size  up to 6.3 cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  For 8 to 12 hours   Growth medium  - Stainless steel sprout sieve   - Sprouts made of glass or plastic   - Trays, perforated, different sizes available   Light  not necessary, dark germs  Germination temperature  18°C - 20°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 106 kcal   Carbohydrates 22g   Proteins 9g  Magnesium 37 mg  Vitamin C 16.5 mg  Potassium 322 mg  Sodium  11 mg  Calcium 25 mg  Iron  3.2 mg  Fat 0.6g

Steps of cultivation

1. First wash the seeds briefly and then place them in clear, cool water  

2. Soak for 8 to 12 hours 

3. After soaking, transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice 

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

5. They are ready to harvest after 2 to a maximum of 4 days

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

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