One of the best parts of growing microgreens is that you can grow a wide variety of plants with different flavors and textures. In this article, I will describe some of the common (and not so common) types of microgreens that you can grow.
I have also created a PDF of the information outlined in this article. This PDF was created to be a quick reference that you can print out. You can download the PDF by clicking the link below.
Adzuki Bean
Latin Name: Vigna angularis
Description of Flavor: Sweet, nutty flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 50 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 7-8 days
Alfalfa
Source: microplantroberts.com
Latin Name: Medicago sativa
Description of Flavor: Mild nutty flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-11 days
Amaranth
Latin Name: Amaranthus viridis
Description of Flavor: Mild sweet flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 7 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Anise
Source: Johnny’s Seeds
Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum
Description of Flavor: Mild licorice flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 2 days
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 17-20 days
Arugula
Source: Long Island Microgreens
Latin Name: Eruca vesicaria ssp. Sativa
Description of Flavor: Strong peppery flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 10 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-6 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Asparagus
Latin Name: Asparagus officinalis
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 15 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 20-24 days
Barley
Source: Green Gold Farms
Latin Name: Hordeum vulgare
Description of Flavor: Bitter grassy flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 7-10 days
Basil
Source: Home Microgreens
Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum
Description of Flavor: Intense basil flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 6 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 5-7 days
Germination Time: 5-7 days
Harvest Time: 12-18 days
Beet
Source: West Coast Seeds
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Description of Flavor: Sweet and earthy
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 6-8 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 11-21 days
Borage
Latin Name: Borago officinalis
Description of Flavor: Mild cucumber flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 36 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 8 days
Germination Time: 4-6 days
Harvest Time: 10-20 days
Broccoli
Source: Home Microgreens
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 15 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-14 days
Brussel Sprouts
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
Description of Flavor: Bitter, mild brussel sprout flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-10 days
Buckwheat
Source: Practical Growing
Latin Name: Fagopyrum esculentum
Description of Flavor: Tangy citrus flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 340 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Cabbage
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 11 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 6-12 days
Carrot
Source: Sprouts Net
Latin Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus
Description of Flavor: Mild carrot flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 8 tsp
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 14-20 days
Cauliflower
Source: Everling Coastal Farm
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Description of Flavor: Sweet and slightly peppery
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-6 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Celery
Latin Name: Apium graveolens
Description of Flavor: Sharp celery flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 20 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 6-8 days
Germination Time: 10-14 days
Harvest Time: 4-5 weeks
Celosia
Source: Dowie Farm
Latin Name: Celosia cristata
Description of Flavor: Mild spinach flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 25-30 days
Chard
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris subsp. Vulgaris
Description of Flavor: Sweet and earthy
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 32 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-7 days
Germination Time: 2-5 days
Harvest Time: 11-21 grams
Chervil
Source: Eden Brothers
Latin Name: Anthriscus cerefolium
Description of Flavor: Blend of anise/licorice and parsley
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 5-6 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 12+ days
Chia
Source: Sprout People
Latin Name: Salvia hispanica
Description of Flavor: Slightly bitter and minty taste
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 28 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Chickpea
Source: lowimpact.org
Latin Name: Cicer arietinum
Description of Flavor: Sweet taste similar to hazelnut
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Chicory
Pocket Herbs
Latin Name: Chicorium intybus
Description of Flavor: Flowery with a bitter aftertaste
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 8-15 days
Chinese Cabbage
Clay Brooke Market
Latin Name: Brassica rapa subsp. Pekinensis
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 11 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-14 days
Chinese Mahogany
Source: True Leaf Market
Latin Name: Toona sinensis
Description of Flavor: Mild onion flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 115 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 16-24 days
Chinese Toon
Latin Name: Toona sinensis
Description of Flavor: Mild onion flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 115 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 16-24 days
Chive
Source: Eden Brothers
Latin Name: Allium schoenoprasum
Description of Flavor: Onion flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 55 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-7 days
Germination Time: 7-14 days
Harvest Time: 21+ days
Chrysanthemum
Latin Name: Chrysanthemum morifolium
Description of Flavor: Mild lettuce flavor with a hint of bitterness
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 10-20 days
Cilantro
Source: Super Seeds
Latin Name: Coriandrum sativum
Description of Flavor: Soapy to some people, fresh and citrusy to others
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 35 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 6 days
Germination Time: 4-6 days
Harvest Time: 21-28 days
Clover
Source: Sprout People
Latin Name: Trifolium
Description of Flavor: Mild fresh flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Collard
Source: Long Island Microgreens
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Description of Flavor: More intense version of mature collard greens
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 10-12 days
Corn Shoots
Latin Name: Zea mays
Description of Flavor: Very sweet flavor with hints of corn
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 230 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 6-8 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 6-8 days
Note: Corn shoots should not be exposed to light at any point during their growing cycle.
Cress
Source: Bentley Seeds
Latin Name: Lepidium sativum
Description of Flavor: Strong peppery flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 11 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Cucumber
Source: Fresh Origins
Latin Name: Cucumis sativus
Description of Flavor: Fresh, juicy cucumber flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 28 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 7-12 days
Dandelion
Source: Everling Coastal Farm
Latin Name: Cichorium intybus
Description of Flavor: Mildly bitter flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 4 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 10-25 days
Dill
Source: Johnny’s Seeds
Latin Name: Anethum graveolens
Description of Flavor: Mild dill flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 10-15 tsp
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4 days
Germination Time: 4-5 days
Harvest Time: 12-30 days
Dun Pea
Latin Name: Pisum sativum
Description of Flavor: Fresh sweet flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 180 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 12-16 days
Endive
Source: Garden Market Seeds
Latin Name: Cichorium endivia
Description of Flavor: Mild bitter flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-15 days
Fava Bean
Source: Grit and Grace Farm
Latin Name: Vicia faba
Description of Flavor: Nutty sweet flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 250 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 12-15 days
Fennel
Latin Name: Foeniculum vulgare
Description of Flavor: Mild licorice flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 14-16 days
Fengugreek
Source: Sprout Net
Latin Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum
Description of Flavor: Aromatic and juicy
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 1 day
Germination Time: 1 day
Harvest Time: 14 days
Flax
Source: Sprout People
Latin Name: Linum usitatissimum
Description of Flavor: Nutty and mildly spicy
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 12-15 tsp
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 2-3 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 6-14 days
Garlic
Latin Name: Allium sativum
Description of Flavor: Strong garlic flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 55 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-7 days
Germination Time: 7-14 days
Harvest Time: 3 weeks
Hemp
Latin Name: Cannabis sativa
Description of Flavor: Nutty mild flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 6-10 days
Note: It is not legal to grow cannabis everywhere. Check your local ordinances prior to growing this microgreen.
Kale
Source: Gurneys
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli flavor, nutty, rich
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 10 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-14 days
Kohlrabi
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli and cabbage flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 10 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-6 days
Germination Time: 2-5 days
Harvest Time: 8-14 days
Komatsuna
Source: Microgreen Garden
Latin Name: Brassica rapa var. perviridis
Description of Flavor: Bold mustard flavor with spice
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 28 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Leek
Source: Florida Microgreens
Latin Name: Allium ampeloprasum
Description of Flavor: Strong onion flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 16 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-6 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 12-14 days
Lemon Balm
Source: Urban Cultivator
Latin Name: Melissa officinalis
Description of Flavor: Strong lemon flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 15 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 5 days
Germination Time: 10-14 days
Harvest Time: 24-30 days
Lemongrass
Source: Marksvegplot
Latin Name: Cymbopogon
Description of Flavor: Strong lemon flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 15 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 14+ days
Lentil
Latin Name: Lens culinaris
Description of Flavor: Mild pea flavor with some bitterness
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 7-12 days
Lettuce
Source: Greens Guru
Latin Name: Lactuca sativa
Description of Flavor: Mild lettuce flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 14-16 days
Lovage
Latin Name: Levisticum officinale
Description of Flavor: Parsley and celery flavors combined
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 20 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 6-14 days
Harvest Time: 18-24 days
Mache
Source: Pocket Herbs
Latin Name: Valerianella locusta
Description of Flavor: Tastes of walnuts
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Magenta Spreen
Latin Name: Chenopodium gigantium
Description of Flavor: Spinach flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 4-8 days
Harvest Time: 16-25 days
Marigold
Source: Grown to Matter
Latin Name: Tagetes
Description of Flavor: Zesty tangerine flavor. Tastes how marigolds smell.
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 4 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-4 days
Harvest Time: 7-12 days
Marjoram
Source: Urban Cultivator
Latin Name: Origanum majorana
Description of Flavor: Piney, minty flavor with citrus undertones
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 14 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 4-6 days
Harvest Time: 10-14 days
Mesclun
Description of Flavor: Mixture of flavors from different greens
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): ~500 seeds
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 weeks
Harvest Time: 3-4 weeks
Millet
Latin Name: Panicum miliaceum
Description of Flavor: Mild grain flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 150 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 12+ days
Mint
Source: Fresh Origins
Latin Name: Mentha
Description of Flavor: Sweet minty flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 14 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 10-14 days
Mizuna
Source: Sprout People
Latin Name: Brassica juncea
Description of Flavor: Bold mustard flavor with mild spice
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 10 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 2-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Mung Bean
Source: My Little Veggie Garden
Latin Name: Vigna radiata
Description of Flavor: Slightly buttery bean flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 120 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 7-10 days
Mustard
Long Island Microgreens
Latin Name: Brassica juncea
Description of Flavor: Bold mustard flavor with spice
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 8 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 2-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-10 days
Nasturtium
Source: Vertical Veg
Latin Name: Tropaeolum majus
Description of Flavor: Spicy
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 55 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 4-7 days
Harvest Time: 8-16 days
Oat Grass
Source: Green Harvest
Latin Name: Avena sativa
Description of Flavor: Grassy flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 2-4 cups of dry grain
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 2 days
Harvest Time: 6-10 days
Onion
Latin Name: Allium cepa
Description of Flavor: Strong onion flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 16 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 14-21 days
Orach
Latin Name: Atriplex hortensis
Description of Flavor: Very bitter flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 70 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4 days
Germination Time: 2-4 days
Harvest Time: 10-12 days
Oregano
Latin Name: Origanum vulgare
Description of Flavor: Herbaceous flavor with a minty aroma. Slightly bitter.
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 5-7 days
Harvest Time: 5 weeks
Pak Choi
Latin Name: Brassica rapa subsp. Chinensis
Description of Flavor: Strong broccoli flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 11 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-14 days
Paracress
Source: True Leaf Market
Latin Name: Acmella oleracea
Description of Flavor: Grassy and herbaceous flavor.
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Harvest Time: 15-25 days
Parsley
Source: Green Panda Farms
Latin Name: Petroselinum crispum
Description of Flavor: Mild parsley/herbaceous flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 11 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 4-5 days
Germination Time: 7-20 days
Harvest Time: 25-30 days
Pea
Latin Name: Pisum sativum
Description of Flavor: Sweet brocooli flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 203 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 12-16 days
Pumpkin
Source: Chefs Garden
Latin Name: Cucurbita
Description of Flavor: Mildly bitter and nutty
Presoak: Yes
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 6 days
Germination Time: 2-4 days
Harvest Time: 16+ days
Purslane
Source: Laid Back Gardener Blog
Latin Name: Portulaca oleracea
Description of Flavor: Tangy spinach taste
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 14-21 days
Quinoa
Source: Seeds Now
Latin Name: Chenopodium quinoa
Description of Flavor: Mild flavor with a hint of nuttiness
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 10-14 days
Radicchio
Source: Golden Coast Garden Diary
Latin Name: Cichorium intybus var. foliosum Endive
Description of Flavor: Bold bitter flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 8-15 days
Radish
Latin Name: Raphanus sativus
Description of Flavor: Spicy flavor. Tastes like a more intense version of a radish bulb.
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 2-3 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 6-12 days
Rosemary
Source: Fresh Origins
Latin Name: Rosemarinum officinalis
Description of Flavor: Rosemary flavor. More tender version of mature plant.
Presoak: Yes
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 15-25 days
Harvest Time: 6-8 weeks
Rutabaga
Latin Name: Brassica napobrassica
Description of Flavor: Mild peppery flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 28 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Rye
Source: Clifford Manthey Photography
Latin Name: Secale cereale
Description of Flavor: Slightly bitter taste
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 5-9 days
Sage
Latin Name: Salvia officinalis
Description of Flavor: Strong sage flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 4-6 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 14-21 days
Salad Burnet
Source: Specialty Produce
Latin Name: Sanguisorba minor
Description of Flavor: Bland cucumber flavor
Presoak: No
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 5-7 days
Harvest Time: 12-18 days
Saltwort
Latin Name: Salsola
Description of Flavor: Mild earthy flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 15-20 days
Sambuca
Source: Koppert Cress
Latin Name: Sambucus
Description of Flavor: Sweet Licorice flavor
Presoak: Yes
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 90 days
Germination Time: 4-6 months
Scallion
Source: Little Wild Things Farm
Latin Name: Allium cepa
Description of Flavor: Strong onion flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 16 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 14-21 days
Sea Bean
Source: Gourmet Sweet Botanicals
Latin Name: Salicornia
Description of Flavor: Fleshy succulent stems with a salty flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): Fill the entire tray with beans (no overlap)
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 14-25 days
Sesame
Latin Name: Sesamum indicum
Description of Flavor: Mild, bland flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 7-10 days
Shiso
Source: Gourmet Sweet Botanicals
Latin Name: Perilla frutescens
Description of Flavor: Licorice flavor similar to anise or fennel
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 12 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-14 days
Harvest Time: 20+ days
Shungiku
Source: Specialty Produce
Latin Name: Glebionis coronaria
Description of Flavor: Strong carrot flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 12-30 grams
Sorrel
Source: Sun Burst Chef and Farmer
Latin Name: Rumex acetosa
Description of Flavor: Lemon flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 4 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-5 days
Germination Time: 5-7 days
Harvest Time: Up to 30 days
Spinach
Latin Name: Spinacia oleracea
Description of Flavor: Mild flavor like the adult plant
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 60 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 4-6 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Sunflower
Seed Mart
Latin Name: Helianthus
Description of Flavor: Nutty
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 122 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Tangerine
Source: Marx Foods
Latin Name: Citrus reticulata
Description of Flavor: Citrus
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 55 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-14 days
Harvest Time: 20-30 days
Tarragon
Source: Sun Burst Chef and Farmer
Latin Name: Artemisia dracunculus
Description of Flavor: Sweet licorice flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 3-7 days
Harvest Time: 10-14 days
Tatsoi
Latin Name: Brassica narinosa
Description of Flavor: Bold mustard flavor, spicy
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 8 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Thyme
Source: Urban Cultivator
Latin Name: Thymus vulgaris
Description of Flavor: Earthy and a little sweet
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 20 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 5-8 days
Germination Time: 8-20 days
Harvest Time: 5+ weeks
Triticale
Source: Sprout People
Latin Name: xTriticosecale
Description of Flavor: Fresh and sweet
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 1-2 days
Harvest Time: 7-10 days
Turnip
Source: Naya Greens
Latin Name: Brassica rapa subsp. Rapa
Description of Flavor: Radish flavor without the spice
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 14.5 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 2-3 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Wasabi
Source: Home Microgreens
Latin Name: Eutrema japonicum
Description of Flavor: A spicy mustard flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 9.5 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 3-5 days
Harvest Time: 14-21 days
Water Pepper
Source: Specialty Produce
Latin Name: Persicaria hydropiper
Description of Flavor: Fresh green flavor with a lingering heat spice
Presoak: Yes
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil or Hydroponic
Blackout Period: No
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Harvest Time: 10-20 days
Watercress
Latin Name: Nasturtium officinale
Description of Flavor: Sharp peppery flavor
Presoak: No
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 25-30 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil
Blackout Period: 3-4 days
Germination Time: 3-4 days
Harvest Time: 8-12 days
Wheatgrass
Latin Name: Triticum aestivum
Description of Flavor: Fresh grassy flavor
Presoak: Yes
Seeding Density (10″ x 20″ Growing Tray): 450 grams
Preferred Growing Medium: Soil of Hydroponic
Blackout Period: 2 days
Germination Time: 2 days
Harvest Time: 8-10 days