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Mung Bean Microgreens — Microgreens

6-10days to harvest

1-3days to germinate

Z11–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Soak seeds 8-12 hours, rinse and drain. Spread evenly on growing medium and mist well. Cover for 2-3 days for initial sprouting.

Cultivation

Sun: Bright indirect light or grow lights for 12-16 hours
Water: Moderate — regular watering
Soil: Soilless growing medium, coco coir, or hydroponic mats
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: Dense seeding - 1-2 oz per 10x20 tray
Height: 3 feet
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Pale green to white stems with small green leaves
Size: 2-4 inches tall when harvested
Shape: Thick, sturdy stems with small oval cotyledon leaves
Flavour: Mild, fresh, slightly nutty with a crisp texture

In the kitchen

Stir-fries, salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, Asian dishes, garnishes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, fungus gnats (indoor growing)
Diseases: Damping off, root rot from overwatering
Resistance: Generally disease-free when grown in clean conditions

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

CilantroSimilar growing conditions and helps repel spider mites

LettuceCompatible growing requirements and doesn't compete for nutrients

RadishQuick germination helps break soil crust and deters flea beetles

ChivesNatural fungicide properties help prevent damping-off disease

SpinachSimilar light and moisture needs, grows well in close proximity

ArugulaCompatible growth habits and may help deter aphids

MintRepels ants and rodents that might disturb microgreen trays

Avoid

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit germination and growth

SunflowerReleases growth-inhibiting chemicals through root exudates

Black WalnutProduces juglone toxin that severely stunts legume growth

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 Mung Bean Microgreens?

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