I just love them! You can add them to any meal, from breakfast to dinner! And my kids love them.
Basil Lemon Microgreens
Microgreens
Our microgreen plant pods grow a bouquet of sprouted leaves that are colorful and nutrient dense. Lemon Basil packs a big citrus punch and creates a lovely canopy of leaves.
You’ll need a Nursery and a Indoor Garden
- Match with all Gardens
- Ships in 1-2 business days
- Shelf stable for 1 yr . Thoroughly tested
- Microgreens
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Growing Basil Lemon Microgreens
Everything you need to know to successfully grow this plant in your Rise Garden hydroponic system.
Nutritional benefits
Homegrown produce is more nutritious than store-bought because it's harvested at peak ripeness and eaten fresh.
Vitamin C
Immunity & Skin
Vitamin K
Bone Health
Vitamin E
Antioxidant
Iron
Energy & Focus
Zinc
Essential Nutrient
Manganese
Metabolism
Growing tips
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Keep Dome On Longer
Leave the nursery dome on until seeds sprout. Microgreens benefit from the extra humidity during their short growing cycle.
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Grow in Nursery or Garden
Microgreens can be grown entirely in the nursery or moved to the garden. Either way, they'll be ready in 7-14 days.
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Harvest at Cotyledon Stage
Cut microgreens when the first true leaves appear (after the initial seed leaves). This is when nutrition and flavor peak.
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One-Time Harvest
Unlike other plants, microgreens are harvested all at once. Cut just above the pod surface and enjoy immediately for maximum nutrition.
Growth timeline
Follow these stages for successful growing in your Rise Garden
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Days 0-5
Germination
Your lemon basil seeds take a touch longer than most greens, sprouting toward the humidity dome in about five days. Keep the dome on to hold in moisture while the fine stems find their footing. You'll catch a bright, citrusy basil scent as they fill in.
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Days 5-8
Out of the Dome
Once the seedlings stretch up to touch the dome, lift it off and let them reach for the light. More light deepens their color and sharpens that lemon-basil aroma. There's no transplanting here — microgreens grow right where they started.
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Days 8-16
Mid Growth
Plant grows larger with several sets of leaves. Prune any yellow leaves.
How to Harvest
Cut just above the pod surface with sharp scissors once the stems are one to three inches tall. Harvest the whole mat at once and scatter them fresh over tarts, salads, or fruit. Since lemon basil won't regrow, plant a new pod for your next round.
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Why Microgreens?
Gardeners are loving microgreens
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I love how Microgreens not only add flavor but they can dress up any dish!
Microgreens are the new super food! And you can grow them on your own countertop. As easy as it gets!
I can't believe I haven't tried Microgreens before! So much flavour!
Need extra space?
Nursery pack
Make sure you always have fresh sprouted plants to put into your garden
FAQs about Microgreens
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Many of our seed varieties are organic! However, our varieties depend on seasonal availability, so we cannot guarantee that all of our seeds are organic.
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Our seed pods are made from a combination of coco coir and peat moss!
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Yes! Start your microgreens in the nursery. Once they've sprouted (3 to 5 days) move them into the garden. Microgreens can also be grown 100% in the nursery. Simply keep them in your nursery and harvest them when ready. Remember to check the water levels of the nursery frequently.
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Yes! We encourage you to add an 8 or 12 pod tray if you want to have microgreens to harvest daily. You might also want to get an extra nursery pack.
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All of our seed pods have a shelf life of 1 year, if stored in a cool, dark environment (between 30°F and 40°F). For more information, check out our guide for seed storage on our Help Center website.
