Chicory (Sprouts)

 Facts about Chicory

The taste:

slightly tart and nutty

Germination:

2 to 3 days

Growth until harvest:

6 to 18 days

Nitrogen requirements:

moderate - moderate eater

pH range:

5.5 - 6.5 matching plants

Ec - area:

1.5 - 2.0 suitable fish

Size:

up to 5 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

not necessary

Growth medium:

- Stainless steel sprout sieve
- Sprouts made of glass or plastic
- Trays, perforated, different sizes available

Light:

indirect light from the second day

Germination temperature:

20°C

Irrigation:

- Flood and drain 2 to 3 times a day, spray surface with water spray in the morning and evening if dry

Preferred system:

Ebb - flood systems

Nutritional values ​​per 100g

Calories

23 kcal

Carbohydrates

4.7 g

Proteins

1.7 g

Fibers

4 g

Vitamin C

24 mg

Sodium

45 mg

Potassium

420 mg

Calcium

100 mg

Iron

0.9 mg

Fat

0.3 g

Steps of cultivation

1. Wash seeds briefly first
2. Dab the seeds and transfer them to the sprouting container of your choice
3. The sprouts must be soaked in water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate
4. The seeds are ready to harvest after a maximum of 18 days
5. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place

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