Abbie's Gardening Tips

Are you interested in finding out about the best basil for microgreens? Before I tell you my recommendation, allow me to explain what microgreens are. Microgreens are very small plants that are usually planted in containers. They were first developed as a result of someone’s frustration with trying to grow their favorite herbs in the…

There is a popular trend among consumers in which they are seeking healthy alternatives to traditional, fatty salad greens. Microgreens are a promising alternative as they are very low calorie, high nutritional food. They are a relative newcomer to the market but have proven to be a hit with consumers when introduced. We want to…

Microgreens are a new favorite food of people who eat organic foods. It is known that eating more green vegetables is important for your health and helps you avoid many types of cancer, but growing your own vegetables is not always easy. If you have never planted anything then it can be hard to know…

Did you know that you can grow coco coir from the very same leaves and stems of coconuts? This is an excellent way to save money on the cost of buying coir. You can even skip having to buy a new grow tray when you plant coco coir with a coco coir kit. How? The…

Microgreens are a family of related vegetables that are much smaller than other vegetables. Some have up to twenty times the amount of vitamins as spinach, kale, and cucumbers. They are low in calories and high in antioxidants. Here is a list of some good reasons to grow microgreens for nutrition. Use Microgreens For Nutrition…

The Microgreen Rocket brings fresh, spicy taste to your salads. These succulent baby leaves are easy to grow on your windowsill and will only take about 16-21 days to mature. The leaves are small, oval shaped, dark green and have a slight sweet taste. These are not herb plants. They do not have foliage at…

Eating microgreens for immunity, a trendy topic in the health food world these days, can be as simple as placing a few in a salad. But it can also involve more complicated strategies to boost your body’s natural defenses. Let’s examine some of the ways you can improve your immune system and thus enhance your…

Have you noticed how popular microgreens are becoming among professional chefs? If you haven’t, they are rapidly becoming a must have kitchen staple. You may not have realized just how tasty and beneficial sunflower seeds are, but I guarantee you that once you taste them you will. In this article, we will take a closer…

Microgreens can be planted any time of the year as it can be grown indoor. Microgreens don’t like freezing or extreme temperatures. They tend to thrive in rooms that have warm temperatures. Microgreens can survive cold weather, but not extreme temperatures. How to tell if microgreens are ready for planting? The first step is to…

Microgreens for cooking are a relatively new food trend that has been introduced to the American public in large quantities in recent years. Microgreens are tiny, delicious, succulent and refreshing vegetables, grown in clovers that produce a rich yet delicate flavor when eaten. They can be used in just about any entree including soups, salads,…