Grown Kale Microgreens?

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Kale Microgreens — Microgreens

90days to harvest

2-4days to germinate

Z8–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Soak seeds 6-8 hours for better germination. Broadcast sow and cover with blackout dome for 3-4 days until germination.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: High — consistent moisture needed
Soil: Well-draining microgreen mix or coconut coir
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: Broadcast seeding, densely sown
Height: 4 feet
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Green cotyledons with purple-red stems and leaf veining
Size: 10 g
Shape: Heart-shaped cotyledons on colorful stems
Flavour: Mild, sweet, and fresh with subtle cabbage notes, much milder than mature kale

In the kitchen

Smoothie bowls, salads, wraps, pizza toppings, health shots. Excellent for adding color to dishes.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, spider mites (rare indoors)
Diseases: Damping off from overwatering, powdery mildew in humid conditions
Resistance: Resistant to most diseases when grown with proper air circulation

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 flea beetles that commonly attack brassicas

DillAttracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control cabbage worms

OnionsRepel cabbage moths and aphids with their strong sulfur compounds

GarlicNatural fungicide properties help prevent damping-off disease in microgreens

MarigoldsRepel aphids, whiteflies, and nematodes while attracting beneficial predators

NasturtiumsAct as trap crops for aphids and flea beetles, drawing pests away from kale

LettuceCompatible growing conditions and doesn't compete for nutrients

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and has similar water and light requirements

Avoid

TomatoesRelease solanine which can inhibit brassica germination and growth

StrawberriesCompete for similar nutrients and may stunt brassica growth

Pole BeansCan shade microgreens and create excess humidity leading to fungal issues

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 35
Protein (g): 2.92
Fat (g): 1.49
Carbohydrate (g): 4.42
Fibre (g): 4.1
Sugars (g): 0.99
Vitamin A (µg): 241
Vitamin C (mg): 93.4
Vitamin E (mg): 0.66
Vitamin K (µg): 390
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.147
Folate (µg): 62
Calcium (mg): 254
Iron (mg): 1.6
Magnesium (mg): 33
Phosphorus (mg): 55
Potassium (mg): 348
Zinc (mg): 0.39
Selenium (µg): 0.9

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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 Kale Microgreens?

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