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Tuesdays | South Berkeley Farmer's Market 2:00pm-6:30pm Adeline St At 63rd, Berkeley, CA 94701

First & Third Saturdays, July 18 - November 7 | College of San Mateo Farmer's Market from 9:00am-1:00pm 1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, College of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA 94402

Second & Fourth Saturdays, July 11 - November 14 | Freedom Farmer's Market from 9:00am-2:00pm 4521 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

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What’s in Your Kit

  • Reusable grow trays (2 with holes and 2 without holes)
  • Compostable coconut coir pads (4)
  • Microgreen seeds (variety may vary)
  • Spray bottle

You’ll need: clean water, scissors, and a sunny window or grow light.

Step-by-Step Instructions 

PREPARE
Soak coconut coir paid in hot water to soften, ideally overnight. Once the pad is softer and pliable, lay 1 coconut coir pad into a tray with holes.

SEED
Sprinkle approx. 2 tsp of seeds evenly across the pad. Don’t overcrowd—aim for a single layer of seeds. 

Germination

Mist & Cover
Fill the spray bottle with water and mist the seeds until damp, then cover with a lid or another tray to block light.  Keep the trays on a counter or table that is not close to a heat source. Room temperature is 

Germination

Place the tray on a plate or tray that will catch the water as it collects over the next few days. Mist seeds twice daily (morning and evening) to ensure they don't dry out. Keep seeds damp, but not overly soggy.

Grow

Uncover & Add Light
Once seeds are sprouted and the first leaves are about 1/2" tall remove the covers  and place the trays in indirect sunlight or under grow lights. If using grow lights, set for 6 hours dark and 18 hours light.

Water Regularly from the Bottom
Over the next 5–10 days, your microgreens will grow quickly. Continue to water the trays - instated of misting the leaves, water from the bottom keeping just enough water to cover the bottom of the plate or tray. 

Harvest

When microgreens are 2–3 inches tall, harvest by snipping with clean scissors just above the roots.

Tips & FAQs

Tips for Success

  • Harvest right before eating for best flavor.
  • Living trays last longer than cut greens—keep them on the counter and water just enough so they don't dry out.
  • For mold prevention: don’t overwater and keep trays in a spot with airflow.

FAQs

  • Can I reuse the coir pad? No, compost it after use. Replace with a fresh pad for the next crop. Or use loose coir or organic potting soil.
  • Do microgreens regrow after cutting? No. 
  • How long will my harvested greens last? It is best to eat microgreens within 5–7 days.