How to Grow Microgreens at Home in India – A Complete Beginner's Guide
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Microgreens are one of the easiest and most rewarding things you can grow at home — even in a small Mumbai flat or a Bengaluru balcony. In just 7–10 days, you can harvest fresh, nutrient-packed greens right from your kitchen. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
What Are Microgreens?
Microgreens are young seedlings of vegetables and herbs harvested just after the first leaves sprout. They're packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and flavour — often 4–40x more nutritious than their mature counterparts.
Best Microgreens to Grow in India
These varieties do especially well in India's climate and indoors year-round:
- Basil – aromatic, great for salads and pasta
- Broccoli – rich in sulforaphane, a powerful antioxidant
- Beetroot – vibrant red, earthy flavour
- Alfalfa – light, crunchy, perfect for sandwiches
- Cabbage – mild and easy for beginners
What You Need to Get Started
- A shallow tray or container
- Cocopeat or a light soil mix
- Microgreens seeds (non-GMO varieties work best)
- A sunny windowsill or grow light
- Water spray bottle
Step-by-Step Growing Guide
- Soak seeds in water for 4–8 hours
- Fill your tray with 2–3 cm of moist cocopeat
- Spread seeds evenly and press gently
- Cover with a damp cloth for 2–3 days (germination phase)
- Uncover and place near a window with indirect light
- Mist twice daily — never waterlog
- Harvest with scissors when 5–7 cm tall (usually day 7–10)
Where to Buy Microgreens Seeds in India
You can get started with our 12-variety Non-GMO Microgreens Seeds Kit — it includes growing instructions and covers the most popular varieties for Indian kitchens.