Basil Microgreens
hardNutritiousMold ProneSlow GrowNeeds Humidity Dome
Aromatic and flavorful micro basil with concentrated essential oils. One of the slower and more challenging microgreens to grow, but the intense basil flavor is worth the effort.
Quick Stats
Seed Density
10g per 1020 tray
Soak Required
No
Stack / Blackout
4-7 days blackout
Germination
72-96 hours
Days to Harvest
20-25 days
Humidity Dome
Yes
Growing Instructions
1
Preparation
- Prepare your tray with your chosen growing medium (soil, coco coir, or hemp mat). Moisten evenly.
2
Sowing
- Spread 10g of seeds evenly across a 1020 tray.
- For a 1010 tray, use 5g. For a 5x5 tray, use 1g.
3
Germination
- Keep in blackout for 4-7 days.
- Use a humidity dome during germination.
- Seeds should germinate within 72-96 hours.
4
Growing
- Move to light after germination. Provide 6-8 hours of direct light daily.
- Water from the bottom to avoid wetting leaves.
5
Harvest
- Harvest in 20-25 days when stems are 1.5-2 inches tall.
- Cut just above the soil line with clean scissors.
Tips
- *Watch for mold — ensure good airflow and avoid overwatering.
What you need to grow Basil
Humidity Domes (5-pack)
Bootstrap Farmer
Growers of basil, beet, and other humidity-loving varieties
$16-22 for 58/10