The first time I ever grew microgreens, it was a total disaster. Completely overwatered, picked the wrong seeds, and stuck it in a corner with zero airflow. Ended up with this soggy, kinda moldy mess sitting on my windowsill for a week before I finally admitted defeat and tossed the whole thing.
Turns out most of that was just seed choice. Some seeds practically grow themselves. Others sulk if you look at them wrong. Once I figured out which was which, I had a little harvest going every week without thinking about it.
This is why I am writing this blog on the best microgreens seeds list. So, anyone who is just starting can know which seed is the best for them.
There are a variety of microgreens that you can grow, but not every microgreen grows the same; that is why here’s the seed list:
This is where everyone should start, honestly. Crunchy, nutty, kind of tastes like a sunflower seed crossed with baby lettuce. Mine were ready in under ten days, and I didn’t even babysit them- they just went for it.
Sweet, grassy, and weirdly addictive to snack on right off the tray. If you are looking for healthy eating and want something filled with vitamin C, this pea shoot is one of the sources for that thing.
If you are looking for a microgreen that grows fast, the radish microgreen is best for those people. It has that “peppery bite” that makes even a boring meal fun to eat. This green is rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
The flavor is pretty mild and earthy on these microgreens, but these microgreens are one of the most nutritious greens, filled with sulforaphane and antioxidants. So, if you are someone who cares about eating their vegetables rather than the taste, go for this one.
Nothing like the tough, slightly bitter kale you’d sauté for dinner. As a microgreen, it’s tender, a little sweet even. If you have someone who hates eating kale, this is for them.
Fan of peppery and mustard flavors? The arugula has that taste that makes a salad tasty. It has concentrated vitamins that you can scatter a pinch on eggs and pizza right out of the pizza.
It is something you see a lot in Indian dishes. Mustard has a taste that is similar to wasabi, and mustard is also very good for you because it has a lot of antioxidants.
Slowest one on the list by far, and it tests your patience. But if you’re already a cilantro person, it’s worth the wait- fresher and punchier than anything wilting in a plastic clamshell at the store.
Growing microgreens can be an easy thing to do, but you should know a few things before you start growing a microgreens seeds list .
Microgreens won’t replace a grocery run, obviously. But there’s something kind of grounding about snipping microgreens seeds off your own counter, especially in January when the garden outside is just mud and dead leaves.
Grab two or three seeds off this list. Get a couple of shallow trays from Logical Greens. You’ll probably mess up the first batch or maybe the second one too, but by the third try you’ll have a rhythm going, and a little green harvest waiting on the counter most weeks.
Q1: What’s the easiest microgreen for a total beginner to grow?
There are quite a few microgreens in the market that grow fast, some of which are pea shoots and sunflowers, which are the most forgiving. Big seeds, fast growth, and hard to kill.
Q2: How long do microgreens take to grow?
Most are ready in 7-14 days. Radish and mustard are on the faster end; beets and cilantro take longer.
Q3: Do I need special soil or a grow light for this microgreens seeds list?
No, it’s not specifically needed. Coco peat works best if you want good results, and make sure that you aren’t directly putting the tray in the sunlight, as it impacts the growth.
Q4: Can I regrow microgreens from the tray after cutting?
No, you actually cannot regrow the microgreens after cutting them. The reason for this is that the microgreens are made for a harvest only. This is because the microgreens are harvested when they are very young. The microgreens are just not able to regrow after they are cut. You have to grow microgreens if you want more microgreens.
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