Guide to Year-Round Micro Greens Production | November 2017 Advantage

Plus our top 7 picks to get your micro program up & growing... Guide to Year-Round Micro Greens Production • Top 7 Picks for Getting Started [The Johnny's Advantage]( Grower's Newsletter | November 2017 [Micro Greens Production Guide]( [Guide to Year-Round Micro Greens Production Planning • Sowing • Growing • Harvesting • Marketing]( Venturing into the business of micro greens offers a grower the opportunity to expand existing markets and open new ones. Micro greens can bring a handsome return on the investment, whether offered as individual varieties or in signature blends, combining different flavors, colors, and textures. When grown in a greenhouse with supplemental heat or indoors under lights, they can be quickly produced year-round, even at high latitudes through the depths of winter. In addition to their versatility and potential profitability, micro greens are nutrient-dense, intensely flavorful, and simply beautiful. While micro greens are relatively easy and quick to grow, and start-up costs relatively low, success depends on knowing some important points up front. This guide will help you on your way with planning considerations; the basics of sowing, growing, and harvesting; and recommendations for marketing this highly profitable, year-round specialty crop. [LEARN MORE]( [Rachel Katz Prepares to Wash Micro Greens]( [Currently wrapping up yield trials on nearly 30 varieties, Johnny's Research Tech, Rachel Katz knows her micro greens. Look for the results of Rachel's research later this month on our website.]( [Top Picks for Getting Started with Micro Greens 7 Recommendations for the Beginner]( Micro greens are a super-quick crop that can be grown all year. But they are not entirely foolproof. For beginners, some are more dependable than others. Out of the dozens of varieties we offer, we chose these 5, plus 2 carefully curated mixes, as our top recommendations for those new to this crop. Whether you're looking to add diversity and profitability to your operation or to simply brighten your winter windowsill, here are the best choices for getting off to a successful start. [LEARN MORE]( [Top Micro Greens Picks]( [Why We Chose Them • Reliably dense, uniform stands that are easy to harvest • Pleasing diversity of flavors, from mild to spicy • Attractive range of colors, shapes & textures.]( [Featured This Month: Grow Lights & Carts]( [Lights and Carts]( With our Grow Lights & Carts, you need not wait for the longer, warmer days of spring to grow micro greens, sprouts, shoots, and other high-value, short-cycle specialty crops. [We offer everything you need — from grow lights, carts, trays & domes to humidity tents & heat mats — to transform your indoor space into a mini greenhouse...]( [SHOP NOW]( [Video: Dwarf Grey Sugar Pea Shoots]( [Dwarf Grey Sugar Pea Video]( Dwarf Grey Sugar Pea Shoots can be easily and quickly grown on windowsills, greenhouse benches, or light carts. They are an excellent crop for limited spaces and year-round growing, particularly welcome in the colder seasons, with their delicate, spring-like beauty, mildly sweet pea flavor, and superb nutrient value. [Get a closer look at this delicious, nourishing, quick & easy crop...]( [LEARN MORE]( [Shoots • Comparison Chart]( [Comparison Chart for Shoots]( Shoots can be used as a garnish, added to salad mixes, or enjoyed on their own. Like micro greens, they are easy to grow in flats in a greenhouse, indoors under grow lights, or outdoors when weather permits (65°F/18.3°C). [Use our chart to compare flavor, appearance & harvest size of various types of shoots...]( [LEARN MORE]( Connect With Us [facebook]( [twitter]( [youtube]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( You're receiving this email because you subscribed at [johnnyseeds.com](. We promise to protect your information. For more information see our [privacy policy](. © 2017 Johnny’s Selected Seeds 13 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine 1-877-564-6697 [Unsubscribe from future emails]( | [View in Browser](