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Nov 2021
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Ep 74: How To Grow Basil Microgreens (th...

Brian F
About this episode

Basil microgreens are a very popular variet with chefs, they have great flavour and their leaves are beautiful too. While it is not the most profitable microgreen to grow, it is certainly a good one to know how to grow. In this episode I share with you the growing tecnique I use grow Basil thats grows tall and is easy to harvest.

In this episode you will learn:

  • How to grow Basil microgreens.
  • What seed density to use.
  • How long to keep them in blackout.
  • A way to keep Basil growing straight and long while in darkness.
  • How long until you can harvest Basil.
  • The expected yield.
  • The value of Basil microgreens.


Links mentioned in this episode:
True Leaf Market Link:
https://microgreensentrepreneur.com/trueleafmarket

The Microgreens Business Blueprint
https://microgreensentrepreneur.com/onlinecourse

Microgreens Business Mini Course
https://microgreensentrepreneur.com/minicourse

Microgreens Business Beginners Guide:
https://microgreensentrepreneur.com/ebook

Microgreens Entrepreneur Instagram:
https://instagram.com/microgreens_entrepreneur

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