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Growing Wasabina

Growing Wasabina

What you’ll Need:  Seeds: Use high quality Wasabina seeds from trusted sources like Ausallium for best results.  Growing Medium: Choose well-draining options like high-quality soil, hemp felt, or coconut coir. Tray or container: Any shallow tray with drainage holes will work well.  Light source: Natural sunlight or grow lights.  Water: Watering can or spray bottle to keep the medium consistently moist.  Step-by-Step Guide Prepare your tray: Fill with moistened growing medium. Sow seeds evenly across the surface. Cover to block out light and retain humidity. Wait 2–3 days for germination, then move to a well-lit spot. Water gently, ideally from...

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Wasabina : Culinary Versatility and Uses

Wasabina : Culinary Versatility and Uses

Wasabi Mustard Microgreens are incredibly versatile, suitable for both raw and briefly cooked applications. They are generally best consumed raw to preserve their fresh taste and nutritional value, often used to enliven dishes, soups, salads, sandwiches, or even smoothies. If you choose to cook them, it's best to add them at the very end of the process to maintain their vibrant flavour and nutritional integrity.   Their young, tender leaves are perfect for raw uses, shining in salads, sandwiches, and spring rolls, or as elegant garnishes. They can add a distinct "zing" to your favourite sandwich or salad.   Use Ideas  Here...

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Wasabina : The zesty kick you didn't know you needed

Wasabina : The zesty kick you didn't know you needed

In the vibrant world of specialty microgreens, where flavour meets nutrition in miniature form, Wasabi Mustard Microgreens or also called Wasabina are emerging as a true standout. Forget everything you thought you knew about "mustard greens"  these tiny powerhouses are here to surprise and delight your palate with a unique, invigorating punch. Despite their evocative name, Wasabi Mustard Microgreens are not related to the fiery Japanese horseradish, Instead, they are a distinct variety of mustard greens, affectionately known as "Wasabina" in Japan, which literally translates to "like wasabi". This name perfectly captures their essence: a sharp, cleansing heat that mirrors...

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Do you know how to grow our Red and Blood Vein Sorrels?

Do you know how to grow our Red and Blood Vein Sorrels?

Growing our Red Vein and Blood Vein sorrel is quite straightforward.  A little more patience is required as they are slower to grow than some of our faster varieties such as Broccoli, Radish and Mustard.    It is most certainly worth the wait.  Our Blood Vein and Red Vein sorrels will add colour and a distinct lemony tang to a variety of dishes both savoury and sweet alike. Here is a basic guide to help you get started.  Step-by-Step guide Prepare your tray or pots with a moist growing medium.  Preferably soil or coconut coir. Sprinkle the seeds evenly on top,...

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