table{width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;font-size:14px;line-height:1.1;background-color:#ffffff}table td,table th{padding:5px 10px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;vertical-align:top;word-break:break-word}table td:first-child,table th:first-child{width:18%;background-color:#f9fafb;font-weight:600;color:#111827}table td:nth-child(2),table th:nth-child(2){width:51%;white-space:normal}table tr:hover td:not(:first-child){background-color:#f5f9ff}@media(max-width:768px){table{display:block;width:100%;overflow-x:auto}table th,table td{min-width:120px}table td:first-child{min-width:100px}} @import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Lora:wght@400;600&family=DM+Sans:wght@400;500&display=swap');h4,h5{font-family:'Lora',Georgia,serif}p,td,li,div,span{font-family:'DM Sans',system-ui,sans-serif} Ten days from seed to table — turnip microgreens deliver crisp, brassica-bright flavour with zero fuss. One of the most forgiving crops for beginners — no soaking, reliable germination, and a uniform stand every time. Ready to harvest in just 8–12 days; cotyledons fully open and richly green within a week of breaking the blackout. Rich in vitamins C, K, and A (β-carotene), plus calcium, potassium, and glucosinolate-derived isothiocyanates that support antioxidant and immune defence. Crisp and mildly sweet with a gentle pepper finish — ideal layered into sandwiches, tossed into grain bowls, or used as a fresh garnish on warm soups. FULL SPECIFICATION TABLE General Specification Common Name Turnip microgreens Botanical Name Brassica rapa subsp. rapa Seed Type Conventional, untreated, non-GMO Stem/Leaf Color Pale white/cream stems; bright green cotyledons; uniform stand Flavor & Texture Mild, sweet brassica with a light pepper finish; crisp Seed Count per 10g ≈3,200–3,800 seeds (≈320–380/g; European reference: ~350/g) Cultivation Data Difficulty Very easy — reliable Preferred Medium Soil or pads; soil recommended Seeding Density (1020 tray) 10 g per 1020 tray (25×50 cm) Seeding Density (10x10 cm) 0.80 g per 10×10 cm Expected Yield ≈300 g per 1020 tray (approx. 25–32× seed weight) Soaking No Blackout Days 2–3 days Watering, pH & Temp Keep medium evenly moist (bottom watering preferred). pH 6.0–6.5. Temperature 18–22 °C. Ensure good airflow after germination. Sprouting Time 2–3 days Harvest Time 8–12 days Health & Nutrition Vitamins C, K, A (β-carotene) Minerals Calcium, potassium, manganese Notable Compounds Glucosinolates → isothiocyanates; polyphenols Health Benefits Supports immune function and antioxidant defence; vitamin K supports bones and normal blood clotting ABOUT Turnip microgreens are the quiet achiever of the brassica family — deceptively simple to grow yet rewarding in every way that counts. The cotyledons emerge a vivid grass-green on slender pale stems, and a single bite delivers a clean, sweet brassica note followed by the faintest peppery warmth, with a satisfying snap of crispness. They shine scattered over warm lentil soup or tucked into a smoked-fish wrap, where their mild intensity lifts the dish without overpowering it. With near-perfect germination, a 2–3 day blackout phase, and harvest in under two weeks, this is the crop to sow when you want consistent results and dinner-table impact fast. GROWING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Fill your tray with 3–4 cm of pre-moistened, fine-textured potting soil or a quality germination mix — run your hand across the surface to level it without compacting. The medium should feel like a wrung-out sponge: moist but not dripping. 2 Scatter 10 g of seed evenly across a 25×50 cm tray (about 0.8 g per 10×10 cm section), using a small strainer or shaker for an even spread. Seeds should sit close together but not overlapping — you'll be amazed how densely a 10 g portion covers the tray. 3 Mist the seeds lightly so they make good contact with the soil, then stack a second tray on top and add a light weight (a full water bottle works perfectly). This gentle pressure anchors the roots and encourages even, upright germination — you'll feel the resistance when you lift the top tray after just 24 hours. 4 Keep the stacked trays in a warm, dark spot at 18–22 °C for 2–3 days. Check once daily for moisture; the soil should stay evenly damp. By day 2 you'll see bright white shoots pressing against the cover — a satisfying sign that your seeds are off to a strong start. 5 Once shoots are 1–2 cm tall and pushing the cover, remove the weight and top tray and move your microgreens into bright indirect light or under grow lights (16 h/day). Within hours the pale shoots will begin to green up dramatically — watch the cotyledons open and deepen in colour over the next day. 6 Water from below by pouring a small amount into the solid bottom tray, targeting pH 6.0–6.5. This keeps the foliage dry, reduces mould risk, and lets the roots do what they love — drinking from underneath. Ensure good airflow in the growing area; turnip microgreens appreciate moving air once they are in the light. 7 Harvest with sharp scissors at soil level on day 8–12, once the cotyledons are fully spread and bright green. Snip just before serving for maximum crispness, or store dry in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days — the clean brassica scent when you open the container is genuinely appetising.
