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Chia Microgreens — Microgreens

7-14days to harvest

3-5days to germinate

Z5–10USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Sprinkle dry seeds directly on moist growing surface. Mist lightly - seeds will form gel coating. No soaking required.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Mist lightly daily, seeds create their own gel medium
Soil: Can grow on just water/hydroponic mats due to mucilaginous coating
Soil pH: 6.0-7.5
Spacing: Light seeding - 1 tbsp per 10x20 tray
Height: 1-3 feet
Season: Year-round indoors

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright green leaves with purple-tinged stems
Size: 1-3 inches tall at harvest
Shape: Small oval leaves on delicate purple-green stems
Flavour: Mild, slightly tangy, fresh with tender texture

In the kitchen

Salads, smoothies, garnishes, health drinks, microgreen mixes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Minimal pest issues indoors
Diseases: Overwatering can cause rot due to gel coating
Resistance: Good resistance to most diseases

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 spider mites, creates favorable microclimate for moisture retention

LettuceSimilar growing conditions and harvest timing, efficient space utilization

RadishQuick germination helps break soil crust, improving air circulation for chia seeds

CilantroCompatible moisture needs and attracts beneficial insects that control pests

ArugulaSimilar cool-season preferences and harvest schedule, complementary flavors

SpinachShares optimal growing temperature range and light requirements

Pea ShootsNitrogen fixation benefits soil, similar water requirements for microgreen production

ChivesNatural antifungal properties help prevent damping-off disease in seedlings

Avoid

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit seed germination and root development

MintAggressive spreading nature competes for space and nutrients in growing medium

WalnutJuglone toxicity from roots and leaves severely stunts growth of most seedlings

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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Where to buy seed and equipment

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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.

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

Grown Chia Microgreens?

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