Scientific Name: Fagopyrum esculentum Common Name: Buckwheat Microgreens / Buckwheat Lettuce Exposure: Bright indirect light Height: 4 to 8 inches as microgreens Width: Not applicable Spacing: Sow densely; no individual spacing required for microgreens Attracts: Not applicable for microgreens Use: Microgreens for salads, smoothies, garnishes, and nutrient-rich greens Plant Habit: Fast-growing tender greens with pale green leaves and succulent stems Harvest: 7 to 12 days after sowing (harvest before the first true leaves for best tenderness) Companion Plants: Pairs well with sunflower shoots, pea shoots, radish microgreens and other fast-growing varieties General Information: Mumm’s Organic Buckwheat produces soft, delicate microgreens with a mild, slightly tart flavour. Seeds should be soaked before sowing, and the microgreens grow best in medium warmth with consistent moisture. Sensitive to high light and heat, which can cause leaf burn. Gentle light is ideal.
