Close View On MicroGreens

Microgreens have three basic parts: a central stem, cotyledon leaf or leaves, and typically, the first pair of very young true leaves. They vary in size depending upon the specific variety grown, with the typical size being 1 to 1.5 in (25 to 38 mm) in total length. When the plant grows beyond this size, it should no longer be considered a microgreen. Larger sizes have been called petite greens. The average crop-time for fast-growing microgreens, such as many brassicas, is 10–14 days from seeding to harvest^[ Slower growing microgreens, such as beets, chard, and many herbs, may take 16-25 days to reach harvestable size. Both baby greens and microgreens lack any legal definition. The terms “baby greens” and “microgreens” are marketing terms used to describe their respective categories. Sprouts are germinated seeds and typically, are consumed as an entire plant (root, seed, and shoot), depending on the species. For example, sprouts from almond, pumpkin, and peanut reportedly have a preferred flavor when harvested prior to root developments.