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Is Microgreens Expensive to Grow?

Posted on May 9, 2021

Microgreens, as their name suggests, are very small, very sweet, very green. They can grow on plants just about anywhere that you can grow other plants. Microgreens are easier to cultivate than most other vegetables and are much cheaper to purchase than most flowers at the store. These succulents are unique because they can tolerate some shade and high temperatures and have shown no ill effects from either. They are not at all bothered by low light or being in a windy area.

So why are microgreens expensive to grow? The first thing that comes to mind is probably money, since they are so cheap to purchase in bulk. However, when you consider all of the work that goes into growing different kinds of food, including the chemicals that are used to get them started and maintained, then you begin to realize how much money you could save by growing your own microgreens instead. They are also easy to maintain, requiring no special treatment apart from a mist spray every couple of days or being removed if they look unhealthy.

If you are worried about growing microgreens because of their small sizes, don’t be. While they may be difficult to grow at first, in time they will become noticeable and easily dominate the space in which they are placed. You will be surprised at how quickly you can bring a plant back to life if you know what you are doing and are using the correct amount of fertilizer and water. Just think how easy it will be to have your favorite food grown and consumed at home instead of going through the trouble of growing it at a commercial facility.

You can buy microgreens ready to plant at most stores, but the real trick is knowing where to buy your plants from. One thing you should be aware of are hydroponic stores that say that they only sell certain types of food. They might not actually be growing your chosen vegetables, or they might not have the type of soil that you need for your plants to grow properly. For example, while most stores may carry lettuce, only a few will actually say that they only have iceberg lettuce.

So how do you know if the store you are buying from is selling the right kinds of plants for growing microgreens? The only way that you will know without a test is by asking a sales clerk. They will know if the supply is low, or if a particular plant is out of season. This means that if you have chosen lettuce and want to grow it in the winter months, you should be sure to call the store ahead of time and ask if they have any of it in stock. Chances are that they do.

However, if you are growing microgreens and find that they are too hard to find, there are other ways to get them. One is by growing your own food. You can purchase seeds and have them sprout before you even leave the house. This method, while cheaper than buying them, does take a lot of time, especially if you are just starting out. You will also need patience, because it takes weeks before your plants grow enough to see any fruit.

Another question that people often ask about are microgreens and how much they cost to grow. The truth is, if you are growing plants for any reason, you will have to pay for supplies. If you are growing food, though, it will be much cheaper because the food is already prepared. Microgreens are fairly small, so it won’t take too long before you have enough to provide all of your family members with a delicious treat.

These plants are great for growing indoors because they are very forgiving when it comes to soil. They will grow just about anywhere but will require very little maintenance after you’ve planted them. If you are just getting started growing plants or have never done it before, it is highly recommended that you purchase one or two starter plants instead of trying to grow your first one from seed. It is much more rewarding when you know that you have done right by your plants.

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