Different Types of Microgreens: Perfect Starter Varieties + Tips

In this story, different types of microgreens will be highlighted. But, don’t let the mentioned crops constrain you. Numerous herbs and vegetables grow well as microgreens.

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Avoid fruiting vegetables like squash, tomatoes, etc., and lean toward green crops like kale or collards when selecting vegetable kinds.

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Amaranth

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Arugula

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Basil

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Beet

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