Chive Seed for Sprouting & Microgreens Organic
Chives have a distinct and delicious flavour, once cut it will add an onion taste to any dish. The slender shoots are also very attractive and nutricious. Easy to grow. More deails below.
Organic Chive seeds for Microgreens
One of the most visually appealing crops to grow, chives have a slender shape and look like miniature scallions when grown, with a fantastic onion flavour. Chive Microgreens are ideal for using as a garnish, and for sprinkling on top of dishes, adding a lovely green colour. They can make an interesting addition to any sandwich or wrap, adding a lovely fresh onion taste. They can also be blended into sauces, or added to pasta dishes, stews, soups and salads. Also great when combined with other herbs.
Microgreen Instructions:
Growing Time: 14 - 21 Days
Ideal Temperature: 20°C
Seeding Rate: 40 - 50 g per microgreen tray or 10 - 12g per small seed tray
Pre Soak: No
How To Grow:
- Fill a tray with compost. Firm into tray and moisten the soil.
- It is advisable to use a micro biologically tested compost such as Klasmann Peat Free Seed Compost to ensure there are no pathogens present.
- Sprinkle the seeds thinly and evenly on top of moistened soil or compost.
- Cover your crop with another tray or a plate to keep light out and moisture in.
- Germination in the dark can take from 3 to 9 days.
- Keep soil moist at all times by misting when needed – be careful not to over water though!
- When leaves are showing, remove the lid and move your crop to a well lit location.
- Your Chive Microgreens will be ready in about 2 to 3 weeks.
Harvesting:
When you are happy with your crop then cut your greens close to the compost and gently rinse off any compost. If you feel they are getting too big they can all be harvested all together and stored in a container in the fridge to keep fresh. Chives, once cut, can keep up to 6 days when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.
Sprouting Instructions:
- Rinse and soak the seeds in clean water for 10 hours.
- Drain and rinse the seeds and put them in your sprouting tray or jar.
- Rinse the seeds twice daily. Drain water completely after each rinse
- Chive sprouts are slower than other sprouts but should be ready within 10-15 days.
- Once you see sprouting you can move the sprouting tray into the light – but not direct sunlight.
- Store the sprouts in a container in the refrigerator for a few days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition & Health Benefits:
- High in vitamins A, B, C, K and E
- Calcium
- Iron
- Magnesium
- Good for bone health
- Phosphorus
- Potassium
- Zinc
- Chlorophyll
- Amino Acids
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