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Mild Micro Mix — Microgreens | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Mild Micro Mix
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

10-15days to harvest

5-7 daysdays to germinate

Z6–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Sowing

Scatter seed densely on moistened microgreen medium, keep dark and moist until sprouting, then move to light

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Keep consistently moist until harvest
Soil: Microgreen growing medium or seed starting mix
Spacing: 11 grams per tray
Height: 0 ft. 10 in. - 2 ft. 0 in.
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Mostly green with touches of purple
Size: 11 g
Shape: Fine, delicate leafy foliage
Flavour: Mild, slightly sweet and crisp blend of brassicas with no sharp heat.

In the kitchen

Salads, garnishes, sandwiches, bowls, healthy snacks

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Mold, damping-off fungi
Diseases: Damping-off disease, fungal mold

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.

ChivesNatural pest deterrent, repels aphids and fungus gnats that can affect microgreen trays

MarigoldsRepels whiteflies, aphids, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects

NasturtiumsActs as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, protecting nearby microgreens

MintDeters ants, mice, and cabbage moths that may disturb microgreen growing areas

DillAttracts beneficial insects like ladybugs and parasitic wasps for natural pest control

ParsleyCompatible growing conditions and attracts hoverflies that control aphids

LettuceSimilar light and moisture requirements, can share growing space efficiently

CilantroRepels aphids and spider mites while having compatible growing conditions

Avoid

Black WalnutReleases juglone toxin that inhibits growth of many plants including brassica microgreens

FennelAllelopathic properties inhibit germination and growth of most other plants

EucalyptusEssential oils have allelopathic effects that can suppress seed germination

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 Mild Micro Mix?

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