Fennel: Microgreens Seeds

Rs.500.00

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Pack 100 Gram

Quantity

Approx. 28,000–30,000 Seeds

Fennel Microgreens produce fine, feathery green leaves on tender stems. They have a mild, sweet fennel flavour and can be added to salads, raita, sandwiches, eggs, rice, soups, chicken, fish and vegetable dishes.

The narrow seeds germinate within several days, but the seedlings need more time to develop their finely divided true leaves. They are usually ready for cutting within 16–21 days.

Why Grow It

Sweet Flavour: Adds a mild fennel taste to meals.
Feathery Leaves: Fine green leaves make an attractive fresh topping.
Many Uses: Suitable for fresh and cooked dishes.
Small Space: Grows in shallow trays and small containers.
Year-Round Growing: Suitable for indoor growing during any season.

Best Conditions

Germination: Usually 3–6 days
Harvest: Around 16–21 days
Temperature: Around 18–24°C
Light: Bright, indirect light after germination
Tray: A shallow tray around 1½–2 inches deep
Seed amount: Around 20–30 grams per 10 × 20-inch tray
Seed soaking: Not required
Growing mix: Coco peat or fine seed starter mix

Fennel Microgreens can be grown throughout the year in Pakistan. Keep the tray in a bright, airy indoor or sheltered location. During hot weather, use the coolest available place and protect the delicate leaves from direct afternoon sunlight.

How to Grow

Fill a clean shallow tray with 1–1½ inches of moist coco peat or fine seed starter mix.
Spread the dry seeds evenly over the surface and press them gently against the mix.
Cover with a very thin layer of growing mix and mist thoroughly.
Cover the tray for around 4–5 days, checking daily to keep the surface lightly moist.
Remove the cover when most seedlings appear, then provide bright indirect light and water from below.

Plant Care

Add water to the lower tray whenever the growing mix begins drying. Keep it evenly moist without leaving the roots standing in water.

Rotate the tray daily so the stems grow evenly. Provide gentle airflow during humid weather, but avoid placing the delicate seedlings directly in front of a strong fan.

Extra fertilizer is usually unnecessary during the short growing period.

Local Gardener Tips

Do not soak the seeds before sowing.
Spread the narrow seeds evenly without forming thick piles.
Keep the surface lightly moist during germination.
Use a cooler indoor location during hot weather.
Allow the first fine true leaves to develop before harvesting.

Harvesting

Harvest when the seedlings are around 3–4 inches tall and their first feathery true leaves have opened, usually 16–21 days after sowing.

Use clean scissors to cut the stems just above the growing mix. Avoid including roots or coco peat with the harvested greens. Rinse gently with clean water, drain well and use while fresh.

FAQs

Why are seed coverings stuck to the leaves?

Fennel seed coverings sometimes remain attached as the seedlings grow. Mist them lightly, wait for them to soften and brush away only those that come off easily.

Can Fennel Microgreens be grown with faster microgreens?

It is better to sow them separately. Fennel takes longer to reach harvest, so faster varieties may be ready before its feathery leaves have developed.