Growing Lettuce Leaf Basil Microgreens Seeds
- Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum
- Other Names:
- Mustard Seed Presoak: No
- Microgreen Days to Maturity: 25+
- Germ time: 5-7 days
- Growth Medium Preference: Soil or Hydroponic
- Nutrients: antioxidants, fiber, Vitamins A,C, E, and K
- Microgreen Colors: A classic shade of basil green
- Microgreen Flavor: This basil has a more spicy aromatic flavor similar to anise
- Microgreen Texture: Large leaves make it slightly chewy
Growing Directions
Gorw on Lettuce leaf basil microgreens seeds the way you would grow other basils. No presoak required. Just spread the basil seeds across the growth medium and spray down with water. Cover seeds with a paper towel or lightly with a thin layer of soil to provide consistent moisture for the seeds. Allow at least 5 to 7 days for germination. Once the lettece leaf basil cotyledons appear, expose your growing microgreens to light.
For more detailed instructions on growing, as well as some troubleshooting and tips, please visit:
https://trueleafmarket.reamaze.com/articles/growing-microgreens-in-soil
Seeds Per Package:
- 1 oz - Approximately 17,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 68,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 272,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 1,360,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 6,800,000 Seeds