Home Microgreens Setup

Audience: beginners who want to grow microgreens indoors.

Learning goal: list the basic materials and steps for a simple home tray setup.

Materials

• shallow tray with drainage
• growing medium (coconut coir or potting mix)
• seeds labeled for microgreens
• light source or sunny window

Steps

1. Fill the tray with a thin layer of medium and moisten it.
2. Scatter seeds evenly, then press gently into the surface.
3. Cover lightly and keep moist until germination.
4. Move to light and water from below if possible.

Check for understanding: Why is a shallow tray preferred for microgreens?