Our standard
Guides answer the question first, then give the detail. We write for people growing microgreens at home, in a kitchen, on a windowsill or under a light. Figures such as seed per tray, soak time, blackout days and days to harvest are tied to named sources, and given as ranges where sources differ.
What we cover, and what we don’t
- Soil-, mat- and tray-grown microgreens at home. Pea shoots, broccoli, sunflower, radish, basil and other varieties, with the method for each.
- Nutrient facts, as published. We report measured amounts per 100 g from named studies, such as USDA and university research, and say which study. We do not make disease, treatment or “superfood” claims.
- Sprouts only as a comparison. Sprouts are grown differently from microgreens; we mention them where a comparison helps.
- Good practice, stated positively. Start with seed sold for microgreens, washed trays and fresh water; we describe the steps rather than warn.
Pen name
Articles are published under the editorial pen name Sage Whitfield. The name is disclosed on the about page and in the structured data of every page. We do not give it credentials, employers or experience it does not have.
Sources
Growing figures and nutrient amounts come from university extension services, USDA and other government research, and peer-reviewed studies. Each guide lists its sources at the bottom.
Images
Photos carry a visible credit. Where no accurate free photo exists we may use an AI-generated image, checked for accuracy before use and listed on our image credits page.
Commercial relationships
Nobody pays to change a recommendation. If we ever publish sponsored content, it will be clearly labelled as sponsored.
Updates and errors
Guides show a last-updated date. If we get something wrong, we fix it and say so: see corrections.