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We tried and tested every microgreens kit we could get our hands on when we were developing this product and set out to address the shortcomings of the other options. What makes this kit unique is:
- It's size. We opted for smaller trays that yield 1-2 servings at a time, and reduce the inevitable wastage the results from using large grow trays in a small household. 3 individual trays allows you to stagger their starts, ensuring you can enjoy more variety and with maximum freshness.
- The materials. We opted for a premium bamboo-fiber PLA plastic. Although this material costs us 3-4 more than the alternatives, we felt this was worth it to keep plastic out of landfills. This material has a ceramic-like feel. Other kits charge an extra $30-40 for a "premium" grow tray. For ours, they're included at no extra cost.
- Self-watering. We have 2 patents pending on this design. The grow mats are not only organic, compostable, and 100% plant-based, but they also help the seeds water themselves.
It's also worth noting that at the company level:
- We have the best refund/replacement policy in the industry ("Any time, for Any Reason"), and
- We are also the World's First (and only) Carbon Negative Gardening Company
- 3 x Grow Trays. 4 x 4" ea (or 4 x 12" stacked next to each other). Self-watering, dishwasher-safe, and made from bamboo fiber biodegradable PLA.
- 3 x Germination Lids. Made from recyclable PET.
- 12 x Grow mats. Made from 100% compostable plant fiber. Refills sold separately.
- 4 x Packets Seeds. 100% Organic and each containing enough for 3 harvests - i.e. 12 total. Refills sold separately.
- 1 x Guide Book.
- 1 x Free 156-page eBook download.
- Measuring spoon
Depending on the stage of development of an edible plant we give it a different name. Sometimes we eat them as seeds (grains), some as right after they germinate (sprouts), and if we let them grow a little longer they become microgreens. Microgreens are typically harvested after they have formed a pair of starter leaves, though sometimes they’ve also just started to put out their “adult” leaves. Another term you’ll see for them is “shoots” – which basically translates to “large microgreen” and is used for plants where the seedlings are larger, like peas and beans.
You can learn more here.
Microgreens are best eaten raw, 7-10 days after you 'plant' them. They are easily incorporated into most meals. For more information and some more practical tips click here.
Microgreens are:
- Incredibly healthy. They contain up to 40x the nutrient density of their adult counterparts
- Easy to grow. No experience necessary, and not much light required. They can also be grown year-round as long as you don't let them get too cold
- Fast to harvest. Typically you'll be harvesting and enjoying them 7-10 days after setting them up.
- Fun. Because they grow so quickly you'll really notice the progress from day to day. Other edible plants, by contrast, take much longer to mature.
We like to categorize them as follows:
- Microgreens with a Mild Flavor
- Microgreens with a Spicy Flavor
- Herbs that can be grown as Microgreens, and
- Microgreens Shoots
they are all delicious, all edible, and you can learn more about each of them here.
Refunds & Returns
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reviews for Microgreens Growing Kit
Customer Reviews
We loved watching our greens grow and couldn't believe how great they tasted and how easy it was! :)
Love it
Growing sports like crazy!
I’m excited to try the Urban Leaf Microgreens kit. Unfortunately when I received my package seeds were everywhere. There were two open packets of seeds. The main kit was in good condition and the instructions were clear. However I purchased the additional seed packages and each box had a packet that the seam was open. Poor quality control. I did put together the kit which was easy and the instructions were well written and clear. I’m on day 2 and the microgreens are already starting to sprout. I’m excited to be able to grow them right at home in the quantities my family can use. The containers are the perfect size and look very nice.
Hi Patrice, sorry to hear about the issues you had here! We've had a bunch of issues with our previous seed packager. Obviously when we assemble the kits the envelopes are fine, but the issue is that these envelopes are splitting apart because we have so many seeds in them!
Happy to send you a refund or replacement for this, and you'll be pleased to know that our net batch of seeds will be with much better envelopes :)
As always, wonderful product. Packaging of the kit is superb, awesome for sending as a gift. Immediately started and it was just excellent and had yummy greens within a week. The E-book was also excellent and informative.
As a throat cancer survivor who is limited to pureed foods only, nutrition is of utmost importance. Growing my own microgreens for my shakes ensures that I’m getting the most nutritional bang for my buck. It’s less expensive than purchasing microgreens at a store. Rotating the plantings in the the reusable, hydroponic trays ensure that a fresh batch is always available right on my windowsill. Plus, it’s just great fun and so easy! Yay for Urban Leaf!
Followed the directions and our first few batches turned out fine. We like the smaller size so we can have the right amount to eat.
I love this product. The little boxes are pretty and grow just the right amount of sprouts in my kitchen! Sprouts on everything!😊
This microgreen kit arrives nicely packaged so that it is fun to open and start using right away. The instructions are easy to follow. The seeds had a high germination rate which is fantastic. The microgreens tasted great. We continue to use the trays for other seeds now that we ate all the ones that came with the kit.
I gave this as a gift to a friend who buys microgreens at a farmer's market and will miss that when it closes November 1. She was thrilled it had 3 trays for succession planting for continuous greens, or planting 3 different types of seeds at once. Also that the plastic housing would be easy to clean and that refill grow mats are available. The only negative thing: One of the paper seed packets had a hole worn in it where the seeds were being pressed against the plastic container. They were EVERYWHERE. Fortunately, seeds are cheap and I was able to easily replace them at Home Depot.