Sunflower (Sprouts)

Facts about Sunflower

The taste:

sweet, like sunflower seeds

Germination:

1 to 3 days

Growth until harvest:

5 to 6 days

Nitrogen requirements:

high - heavy feeder

pH range:

6.0 - 7.0 suitable plants

Ec - area:

1.6 - 2.2 suitable fish

Size:

5 to 7 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:

little indirect light

Germination temperature:

21°C

Irrigation:

- Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water spray in the morning and evening if dry

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

53 kcal

Carbohydrates

2.4 g

Proteins

2.4 g

Fibers

1.2 g

Vitamin C

7 mg

Sodium

69 mg

Potassium

320 mg

Calcium

41 mg

Iron

0.9 mg

Fat

4.7 g

Steps of cultivation

1. Wash seeds briefly first
2. After soaking, transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice
3. The sprouts must be soaked with water twice every day and then turned so that air can circulate
4. After 5 to 6 days they are ready to harvest
5. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place

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