How to Grow Sprouting Mix
Mixed spp.
Your complete guide to growing Sprouting Mix.
📷 Wikipedia: MicrogreenWhen to Plant Sprouting Mix
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 2 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 3 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 4 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 5 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 6 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 7 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 8 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 9 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 10 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 11 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 12 | January – December | — | January – December |
| Zone 13 | January – December | — | January – December |
Companion Plants for Sprouting Mix
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids and other pests that commonly attack young seedlings
Strong pest deterrent, especially effective against aphids and flea beetles
Natural fungicide properties help prevent damping-off disease in seedlings
Attracts beneficial predatory insects while repelling spider mites
Deters whiteflies and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Repels ants and rodents that might disturb microgreen trays
Acts as trap crop for aphids and flea beetles, protecting delicate microgreens
Attracts beneficial insects and doesn't compete for space with shallow-rooted microgreens
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits germination and stunts growth of most plants
Essential oils and leaf compounds suppress seed germination and seedling growth
Allelopathic compounds inhibit seed germination and early plant development
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
