Leek (Sprouts)

Facts about Leek

The taste:

mild, sweet, slightly onion-like

Germination:

2 to 4 days

Growth until harvest:

10 to 15 days

Nitrogen requirements:

moderate - moderate eater

pH range:

6.5 - 7.0 suitable plants

Ec - area:

1.4 - 1.8 suitable fish

Size:

up to 3 cm

Cultivation

Soaking the seeds:

for 8 to 12 hours

Growth medium:

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

Light:

indirect light from the fifth day

Germination temperature:

21°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

61 kcal

Carbohydrates

14.2 g

Proteins

1.5 g

Fibers

1.8 g

Vitamin C

12 mg

Sodium

20 mg

Potassium

180 mg

Calcium

59 mg

Iron

2.1 mg

Fat

0.3 g

Steps of cultivation

1. First wash the seeds briefly and then soak them in clear, cold water for 8 to 12 hours
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. After 10 to a maximum of 15 the sprouts are ready to harvest
5. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place

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