Kale Sprouting

Product: Kale Sprouting

Product type: SEED ()

Botanical name: Brassica oleracea Acephala Group

Kale sprouts have a mild, sweet taste and are highly nutritious, rich in vitamins and minerals. It is believed to stimulate the immune system. Protein content: 30-35%. Kale is also an attractive microgreen.

Container: Use a jar sprouter or dome sprouter

Soak time: Wash seed, then soak for 4 - 8 hours

Sow When: Try to avoid very hot or cold weather; temperatures between 16 - 28°C work best

Quantity: 1 heaped tsp to a 650ml jar sprouter

Rinses per day: 2 - 3 times; avoid the seeds clumping together; if you can't be at home on hot days, refrigerate the sprouts until you get back

Harvest: 3 - 6 days

Storage: Store well-drained sprouts in the fridge, use a container that breathes; avoid plastic bags; rinse every few days

Details: As a microgreen use 5g (2 tsp) to a seedling tray; spread seed evenly on top of potting mix 2 cm deep, cover with a lid or damp paper towel, keep moist, place in a well-lit position; 16 - 25 days to harvest

Microgreen Details: As a microgreen use 5g (2 tsp) to a seedling tray; spread seed evenly on top of potting mix 2 cm deep, cover with a lid or damp paper towel, keep moist, place in a well-lit position; 16 - 25 days to harvest