Over the last few years, Sri Lanka has made a name for itself as a hub for international and local breeders of Microgreen Trees. Microgreen, also known as moss ballast (preview: forest ballast) grows well in shade-tolerant environments. They also do well in drier, desert conditions. The plant name comes from the shape of the leaves, which look like tiny balls – thus the name microgreen.

The key to successful growing of microgreens is good soil and climate management. Microgreen price in Sri Lanka is low due to the lack of cultivation and high rainfall levels. Microgreens can be planted almost anywhere. Some of the most common areas where planting microgreens is advisable to include:

Plant microgreens in dense, shady areas. Microgreen price in Sri Lanka is low due to low rainfall and high humidity levels; therefore planting microgreens in dense, shaded areas will also help reduce the cost. The ideal microgreen planting area is one that receives full sunlight for most of the day. However, microgreens do very well in lower light environments. One should also consider planting on higher ground level if available.

Microgreen planting is easy in terms of maintenance. The main requirement is regular watering. The soil, if regularly irrigated with drier sand, can retain more moisture and will help retain more moisture in the root zone. Therefore watering is not an issue. One can also plant low-growing plants in the same bed to provide contrasting focal points and enhance the colour of the overall landscape.

Microgreen price is relatively higher than many other vegetables grown in the country. However, it is noted that as demand for these vegetables increases in the coming years, microgreens will become cheaper. This will lead to more people growing microgreens and subsequently, more people having access to this excellent cooking fruit. The demand will also increase as Sri Lanka slowly becomes a major exporter of good quality green leafy vegetables.

When planting microgreens, it is also recommended to alternate annual and perennial varieties. Annual varieties will usually perform better during the hotter months of the year while perennials are more suitable for cooler months. One should also use mulch and compost in the bed to improve water retention and protect the root system from extreme temperatures. In addition, herbicides can be sprayed onto the bed to prevent weeds.

It is best to ensure that the micro green plants are planted at the correct site. As this is a drought resistant variety, the soil type should be well drained. Also ensure that the soil is fertilized with organic materials to increase nitrogen level and phosphorus content. Microgreens are very sensitive to shock and therefore one should ensure they are planted at least 3 feet deep in the ground. One should also try to avoid planting too close to each other.

Microgreen price has not significantly gone up despite the recent financial crisis. In fact, this is one of the reasons why this variety has become popular over the last few years. Due to its popularity, there are already several wholesale suppliers available online. This has made the microgreen price more affordable to ordinary consumers. In addition, the prices offered by such suppliers are also quite competitive. Thus, you can have a bite off of the microgreen pie this season and enjoy its delicious taste.

Microgreen price is quite good value for money. It is able to provide a healthy environment in which you can grow your own vegetables for a cheaper cost. You can also save more by growing microgreens instead of buying tomatoes from local markets. Microgreen varieties tend to resist diseases better than tomatoes. Hence, it also makes them less expensive to tend.

Microgreen varieties can also survive extreme weather conditions like heavy rains. This makes them more ideal as plantings in the heavy frost-free season. They are not affected by stem breakage and blossom end breakage even if they are grown in extremely cold environments. Microgreens tend to resist fungal and bacterial attacks better than tomatoes. The root system of this plant is very broad, so they can easily spread over a large area with good root growth.

If you intend to buy a packet of microgreen, check its fiber content. The higher the fiber content of the plant, the healthier the plant would be. The microgreen price in Sri Lanka could go up if the plant is high in fiber content.