BROCCOLI SPROUTS & MICROGREENS
Have you ever tried eating a bowl of raw broccoli? You know that it’s good to eat your greens, but it is no easy feat.
Try sprouting broccoli instead. Not only are sprouts easy to eat, but they are yummy and super good for you. Eating a little bit of broccoli sprouts everyday goes a long way for your wellbeing. These tiny greens have been called a superfood.
Benefits of Broccoli Sprouts
John Hopkins University report that broccoli sprouts contain up to 50 times more sulforaphane than mature broccoli (including steamed broccoli florets). Yes, eat steamed broccoli because it’s good for you. Also, eat broccoli sprouts.
How to Use
Add sprouts to sandwiches, salads and as a healthy garnish for cooked dishes. Create a daily habit by adding them to green smoothies. Start your day on a great note.
Fast and Easy to Grow
Sprouts are one of the fastest and easiest crops to grow. In 3 – 5 days, you can eat fresh, living food. As much as we love compost, we also love that sprouts grow with water, seeds, a sprouting jar, and small amount of effort. No mess. No dirt.
To sprout these seeds, you’ll need a sprouting jar, hemp sprouting bag or a plastic colander with super fine mesh (broccoli seeds are a tiny seed). The jar method is the most popular method. Save money and make your own sprouting jar. All you need to get started is a glass jar, muslin and rubber band to hold it in place.
Want to Grow Broccoli Microgreens Instead?
Our broccoli seeds are suitable for growing as sprouts or microgreens.
What are microgreens?
Microgreens are young and tender greens harvested when the first leaf emerges. Broccoli micros take less than 2 weeks from seed to harvest.
Growing Instructions
How to grow broccoli sprouts:
- Pre-soak seeds: 4 – 6 hours.
- Seed Qty: 10 – 20 grams depending on the size of your glass sprouting jar.
- Method: Rinse the pre-soaked seeds with cool water for a few minutes. Add the seeds to your jar. Fill jar 3/4 with cool water. Tilt the jar upside down and use the sprouting lid (fancy lid made of muslin and rubber band) to drain the water from your seeds. Leave the jar in an upside-down position for 8-12 hours. This allows the water to drain from the seeds, while maintaining moisture levels. A bowl or dish rack helps keep the jar in a position that allows water to drain. Don’t let the seeds sit in a pool of water.
- Rinse and repeat: Every 8-12 hours, you’ll need to rinse your seeds for a few minutes and refill the jar with fresh water. Tilt the jar upside down and leave it to drain. Repeat this process until your sprouts are ready for harvest.
- Yield: Approx. 1 – 1 1/2 cups of living sprouts.
Click here to download a sprouting guide with growing tips, instructions & troubleshooting.
How to Grow Broccoli Microgreens:
- Pre-soak seeds: No
- Sow rate: Approx. 25 grams for a 10 x 20′ grow tray.
- Grow medium: hemp mats, soil, or coir peat.
- Method: If growing with soil, you’ll need to add 3-4 cm of soil and flatten the medium. Spread the seeds evenly over the soil. Water well with a spray mister.
- Weight the tray: Yes.
- Germination time: 3-5 days. Stack trays in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Water twice daily.
- Harvest: 8-14 days.
Click here to download a microgreen guide with growing tips, instructions & troubleshooting.
Shipping Info
SHIPPING DESTINATIONS
These seeds are available for shipping to Australia (excluding Tasmania) and New Zealand. Contact us for a custom quote for shipping to other international destinations.
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DELIVERY TIME FRAMES
Parcels are sent by Australia Post, Startrack Express or TNT. The delivery method depends on the weight, size and delivery location of your order.
Please be aware that Australia Post and Startrack Express may experience delays in their network, particularly during peak periods (e.g. Black Friday sales). Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee delivery timeframes.
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