Grow microgreens at home: a seeding chart for every variety, a harvest planner, sourced nutrient facts and simple ways to eat them. Pea shoots, broccoli, sunflower, radish and more.https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/en-ushttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/blackout-method/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/blackout-method/The blackout method for microgreens: sow, cover the tray in the dark with a weight, then uncover to light. Includes covered days for popular varieties.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/collections/fastest-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/collections/fastest-microgreens/Fastest growing microgreens ranked by days to harvest: arugula in 6 to 8 days, pea shoots and sunflower in 8 to 10, radish and broccoli in 8 to 12.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/grow-lights-for-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/grow-lights-for-microgreens/Grow lights for microgreens: how many hours of light extension guides recommend (16 to 18), what kind of lights work and how to run a lights-on schedule.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/growing-medium-for-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/growing-medium-for-microgreens/Choose a growing medium for microgreens: seed-starting mix, coconut coir, seeding mats or potting soil. See what extension guides say and how to fill the tray.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/growing-microgreens-at-home/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/growing-microgreens-at-home/Growing microgreens at home takes one tray, a medium, seed and a bright spot. See the supplies, the weekly schedule and how to keep fresh trays coming.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/harvesting-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/harvesting-microgreens/Harvest microgreens at the right moment: look for first true leaves or 2 to 4 inches, cut above the medium with sharp scissors and plan the next tray.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/how-to-eat-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/how-to-eat-microgreens/How to eat microgreens: simple ideas for salads, sandwiches, avocado toast, eggs and soups, plus a flavor guide from peppery arugula to sweet pea shoots.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/how-to-grow-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/how-to-grow-microgreens/How to grow microgreens at home in 7 to 21 days: trays, seed, medium, blackout, light, watering, harvest and storage, with a clear step-by-step method.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/collections/microgreens-for-beginners/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/collections/microgreens-for-beginners/Best microgreens to grow for beginners: our picks are radish, arugula, broccoli, kale, sunflower and pea shoots, chosen for speed and short cover times.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-nutrition/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-nutrition/Microgreens benefits in numbers: USDA studies found about 5 times the vitamins and carotenoids of mature leaves. See nutrient amounts by variety per 100 g.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-on-a-windowsill/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-on-a-windowsill/Grow microgreens on a windowsill with natural light: choosing the window, the tray, rotating for even growth and the temperatures extension guides recommend.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-vs-sprouts/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-vs-sprouts/Microgreens vs sprouts compared: how each is grown, what part you eat, how long they take and where each fits in your kitchen. A clear side-by-side guide.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-without-soil/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/microgreens-without-soil/Grow microgreens without soil using coconut coir, seeding mats or a soilless seed-starting mix. Learn how to prepare each and the cleaner harvest mats give.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/most-nutrient-dense-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/most-nutrient-dense-microgreens/Most nutrient dense microgreens by nutrient: red cabbage, cilantro, garnet amaranth and daikon radish lead in a USDA study. See the top variety per nutrient.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/selling-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/selling-microgreens/Selling microgreens: where growers sell (restaurants, farmers' markets, grocery, CSA), how to pack them, and how cold storage gives 10 to 14 days of shelf life.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/storing-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/storing-microgreens/Storing microgreens for longer freshness: cold, dark storage at 41 F can extend shelf life to 10 to 14 days. Learn the steps from cut to fridge.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/arugula/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/arugula/Grow peppery arugula microgreens fast: just 10 g of seed per 10×20 tray, no soak, 1–2 days covered and a harvest in 6–8 days. See the full seeding chart.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/basil/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/basil/Grow intensely fragrant basil microgreens: 28 g of seed per 10×20 tray, no soak, 4–7 days covered and a harvest in about 12–16 days. See the full chart.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/beet/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/beet/Grow earthy beet microgreens at home: soak the seed 6–12 hours, cover the tray and harvest in about 11–21 days. Sourced ranges, tips and a vitamin C figure.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/broccoli/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/broccoli/Grow mild, crunchy broccoli microgreens at home: 28 g of seed per 10×20 tray, no soak, 2–4 days covered and a harvest in about 8–12 days. See the full chart.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/cilantro/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/cilantro/Grow cilantro microgreens at home: 28 g of seed per 10×20 tray, 7–14 days covered and a harvest in about 21–28 days. Seeding chart and carotenoid ranking.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/kale/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/kale/Grow kale microgreens at home: 28 g of seed per 10×20 tray, no soak, 1–2 days covered and a harvest in about 8–12 days. Full chart with sourced ranges.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/kohlrabi/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/kohlrabi/Grow kohlrabi microgreens at home: sprouting in about 36 hours at 72°F and a harvest in 10–15 days. A purple cultivar is available. Full sourced guide.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/mustard/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/mustard/Grow spicy mustard microgreens at home: sprouting in about 36 hours at 72°F and a harvest in 10–15 days, even in less-than-ideal light. Full sourced guide.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/pea-shoots/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/pea-shoots/Grow sweet pea shoots at home: 150 g of seed per 10×20 tray, a 6-hour soak, 3 days covered and a harvest in about 8–10 days. Full seeding chart inside.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/radish/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/radish/Grow spicy, nutty radish microgreens at home: 42 g of seed per 10×20 tray, no soak, 1–2 days covered and a harvest in about 8–12 days. See the full chart.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/red-cabbage/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/red-cabbage/Grow red cabbage microgreens at home: about 2–3 teaspoons of seed per 10×20 tray and a harvest in 10–15 days. Highest vitamin C of 25 varieties in a USDA study.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/sunflower/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/varieties/sunflower/Grow nutty, sweet sunflower microgreens: 48 g of seed per 10×20 tray, a 6–12 hour soak, 3 days covered and a harvest in about 9–10 days. Full seeding chart.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/watering-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/watering-microgreens/How to water microgreens: bottom watering, spray-bottle misting and pre-moistened medium, plus how often and how to keep the tray evenly moist.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/what-are-microgreens/https://howtogrowmicrogreens.xyz/guides/what-are-microgreens/What are microgreens? Young seedlings cut at the base, usually 1 to 3 inches tall, ready in 7 to 21 days. See the stage, common types and how to start.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT