Microgreens and sprouts are essentially the same concept but are grown in different ways. Different seeds are better suited to either sprouting or growing as a microgreen, while other seeds suit both growing methods but may yield a slightly different result. For example, mung beans can be sprouted with a short shoot, or can be grown for its long, crunchy microgreen shoot. Click here to read more about the differences between microgreens and sprouts and the best ways to grow both.
When sprouting and growing microgreens, it is important to source your seeds from trustworthy, organic suppliers for a successful, plentiful and healthy yield. Using low quality seeds runs the risk of low percentage of germination and/or mould growth. Click here to see our range of microgreen and sprouting products and seeds at Urban Revolution, sourced only from local, heirloom, organic suppliers.
We also sell Windowsill Microgreen Kits, bottle top sprinklers, plant misters and seedling flats that are all great tools for growing microgreens.
See all of our sprouting and microgreen seeds, kits and more here.
Best growing methods for microgreen and sprout seeds with tasting notes
| Best seeds for microgreens |
Beans / green pea - delicious (a kid favourite), easy, long-lasting in fridge, regrow after cutting Mung beans - thick, juicy, crunchy, mild taste Alfalfa - small, crunchy, mild taste Sunflower - delicious, dense, great yield, long-lasting in fridge Radish- spicy, flavoursome, great yield, colourful Salads (kale, kohlrabi, broccoli, cabbage, rocket/arugula) - small, lightly flavoured, colourful Basil - rich, sweet taste, great yield Cress - fast-growing, peppery taste Wheatgrass - thin grass-like shoots, highly nutritious |
| Best seeds for sprouting in a jar |
Broccoli- small, slight peppery taste Mung beans - thick, juicy, crunchy, mild taste Alfalfa - small, crunchy, mild taste Beets - colourful, sweet & earthy taste Green pea - thick, crunchy with a fresh, sweet taste. Complement mung beans Lentils - colourful, crunchy, rich flavour Mustard - small, earthy & spicy taste Radish - small, colourful, spicy Sunflower - thick, juicy, rich flavour Chickpea - juicy, crunchy, rich nutty flavour |
| Best seeds for sprouting on a tray |
Flaxseed - crunchy and nutritious with little white tails Mung beans - thick, juicy, crunchy, mild taste Alfalfa - small, crunchy, mild taste Green pea - thick, crunchy with a fresh, sweet taste. Complement mung beans Wheatgrass - strong pronounced taste and generally used as a high nutrition addition to smoothies and fruit & veg blends |
Further reading
- 5 Ways To Grow Microgreens and Sprouts (plus the difference between them and their health benefits)
- See all of our sprouting and microgreen seeds, kits and other products online here
- 3 Handy Phone Apps to use in the Garden
References
https://gardentherapy.ca/best-sprouting-seeds/
https://microgreensfarmer.com/microgreens-vs-sprouts-whats-the-difference/
Raw Electric
October 13, 2023
Great info we are just starting our micro greens business and we are looking at seed options