Sprouting Seeds – Sunflower Organic

£1.09£50.00

One of the most delicious sprouting seed varieties available and extremely nutritious. Slightly different to many sprouting seeds these are best germinated on soil (much like cress), although the standard sprouting seed methods can be used.

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 Sprouting Seeds – Sunflower Organic

One of the most delicious sprouting seed varieties available and extremely nutritious. Slightly different to many sprouting seeds these are best germinated on soil (much like cress), although the standard sprouting seed methods can be used.

Cultivation advice Sprouting Sunflower Seeds Organic

  • A simple container with drainage holes or seed tray is ideal.
  • A small amount of compost or blotting / kitchen paper can be utilised.
  • The seeds are best in a warm sunny location for germination (Greenhouse in summer/ sow facing draft free windowsill)
  • Soak seeds in water for 4-8 hours and scatter them in a thick layer on growing medium pressing them firmly down.
  • Water thoroughly and cover with wet newspaper.
  • Water once per day through the newspaper until the sprouts push up the paper (2-4 days), then remove the paper.
  • Grow on keeping moist picking off any empty seed hulls.
  • Harvest as soon as the first 2 leaves open with scissors, rinse, shake dry and store excess sprouts in fridge in sealed bag or container.