Want to start growing microgreens but worried about endless gardening gear? Relax—you probably already have half, if not all, the supplies at home!
Must-Have Microgreen Supplies
Growing microgreens is simple. Here are the essentials:
- Shallow Growing Trays: Think reused takeout containers, pie tins, or even baking sheets from your kitchen.
- Quality Soil or Growing Medium: Standard potting soil or coconut coir work great—no fancy dirt needed!
- Spray Bottle: Gentle misting avoids flooding your greens (because swimming lessons aren’t included!).
Optional but Helpful Supplies
These items make things easier but aren’t strictly necessary:
- Grow Lights: Natural sunlight on your windowsill works too, but LED grow lights can speed things up.
- Humidity Covers: Reuse clear plastic lids or cling wrap to help seeds germinate faster.
- Small Scissors: Regular kitchen scissors work just fine for harvesting.
DIY & Budget-Friendly Tips
Save money and be eco-friendly with these quick hacks:
- Reuse containers from groceries or takeout.
- Buy seeds in bulk for long-term savings.
- Use regular household items instead of expensive gardening tools.
Quick Set-up Checklist
Here’s your easy checklist to get growing:
- Shallow tray/container
- Potting soil/growing medium
- Seeds (start with easy ones!)
- Spray bottle
- Optional: grow lights, humidity cover, scissors
Ready, Set, Grow!
Starting your microgreen garden doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Now you’re ready to grow nutritious microgreens easily, right in your home.
Want more tips? Check out our easy 7-Day Guide to Growing Microgreens, and grab your free ebook – Harvesting Health
