How to Grow Microgreens at Home Without a Garden: Fresh Greens in a Small Space No yard, balcony, or garden plot? You can still grow fresh food. A tray of microgreens fits on a bright windowsill or kitchen counter, and many crops are ready to cut while still young. With a few basic supplies and steady care, you can sow, grow, and harvest a small indoor crop. Why Grow Microgreens at Home in a Small Space What microgreens are and how they differ from sprouts Microgreens are young edible plants, usually cut after their seed leaves open. They grow in a shallow tray with a suitable growing medium, and you snip the stems above it. Sprouts are usually grown in water and eaten with their roots and seeds. This difference matters for both setup and handling. Microgreens need light as they grow, while sprouts are often kept in the dark during germination. In either case, clean supplies and careful handling help reduce food-safety risks. Easy crops to try in a tray Radish, broccoli, pea, sunflower...
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