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Celosia — Microgreens | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Celosia
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

10-15days to harvest

5-7 daysdays to germinate

Z10–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Broadcast seeds densely across moist seed-starting mix, cover for darkness during germination (3–5 days), then uncover and expose to full sun or grow lights

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: Consistent moisture; water from below to avoid fungal issues
Soil: Sterile seed-starting mix or coconut coir
Spacing: No spacing needed; dense broadcast sowing
Height: 9-18 inches
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright green with pink, orange, and yellow veins and stems
Shape: Upright seedling shoots with oval cotyledons and emerging true leaves
Flavour: Mild, slightly sweet, earthy flavor with delicate, tender texture

In the kitchen

Garnish for salads, grain bowls, and smoothies; nutritional supplement for health-focused dishes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: None typically; home-scale microgreens rarely encounter pest problems
Diseases: Damping-off (fungal), mold on soil surface if overwatered or humidity excessive

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	January – December	—	—	January – December
2	January – December	—	—	January – December
3	January – December	—	—	January – December
4	January – December	—	—	January – December
5	January – December	—	—	January – December
6	January – December	—	—	January – December
7	January – December	—	—	January – December
8	January – December	—	—	January – December
9	January – December	—	—	January – December
10	January – December	—	—	January – December
11	January – December	—	—	January – December
12	January – December	—	—	January – December
13	January – December	—	—	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids and thrips while attracting beneficial insects

MarigoldDeters nematodes and aphids with strong scent compounds

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for aphids and flea beetles

LettuceSimilar growing conditions and harvest timing for microgreens

SpinachCompatible growth habits and nutrient requirements

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and has similar water needs

ChivesRepels aphids and other soft-bodied insects

RadishQuick growth cycle complements microgreen harvesting

Avoid

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit seed germination

SunflowerReleases allelopathic chemicals that stunt growth of nearby plants

WalnutJuglone production severely inhibits growth and development

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 69
Protein (g): 1.5
Fat (g): 0.1
Carbohydrate (g): 17.6
Fibre (g): 5.3
Sugars (g): 8.55
Vitamin A (µg): 5
Vitamin C (mg): 54.1
Calcium (mg): 8
Iron (mg): 1.61
Magnesium (mg): 24
Phosphorus (mg): 47
Potassium (mg): 304
Zinc (mg): 0.31

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Celosia

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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