Easy Microgreens

18/05/2026

I still remember an older Australian lady who used to visit us at the Yandina Market. She was living in a nursing home and started growing microgreens because she felt the food there was not always fresh or nutritious enough.

What started with a few trays and seeds became something much bigger.

She grew beautiful microgreens, came back for more supplies, and even other people in the nursing home became interested in what she was growing. It gave her fresh food, but also something to care for, something to talk about and something to feel proud of.

That is why I believe microgreens can be such a wonderful idea for seniors, especially those who are less mobile or living in aged care. You do not need a garden, heavy work or a lot of space. Just a small tray, seeds, soil, water and a little daily care.

Fresh nutrition can grow right within reach.

Read the full article here:
https://www.easymicrogreens.com.au/post/growing-microgreens-for-seniors-fresh-nutrition-within-easy-reach

Growing microgreens for seniors is a simple way to bring fresh nutrition, purpose and joy into everyday life. With only a small tray, seeds, soil and water, even less mobile seniors can grow living food within easy reach. Inspired by Maria, an 85-year-old market customer who grew microgreens in her....

17/05/2026

Nothing tastes better than a freshly caught fish served with a handful of fresh microgreens grown right there on board.

Our latest Easy Microgreens blog is all about growing microgreens while sailing, and how simple it can be to enjoy fresh greens every day, even when fridge space is limited and the nearest shop is far away.

When you are out on the water, fresh food can be harder to keep, but microgreens make it easy to add something crisp, colourful, nutritious and full of flavour to your meals. A few small green and white trays, some good seeds, a little light, and you can grow pea shoots, broccoli, mustard, red cabbage and other microgreens inside your boat or catamaran.

It is a simple way to bring a little garden life on board and enjoy fresh greens with fish, wraps, salads, eggs, soups, or any easy sailing meal.

Read the full blog here:
https://www.easymicrogreens.com.au/post/growing-microgreens-while-sailing-fresh-greens-on-board-every-day

28/04/2026

A different kind of Mother’s Day gift…

Not flowers that fade in a few days…
but something she can grow, enjoy, and use every day.

Hi everyone, Rudy here from Easy Microgreens

This simple kit lets you grow fresh, living greens right on your kitchen bench. No garden needed, no experience needed… just a few minutes a day.

And the best part?

When you cut them, they’re still full of life on your plate… that’s real freshness.

What you get in the kit:
✔ 3 growing trays (with inserts)
✔ 3 varieties of non-GMO, chemical-free seeds
✔ Easy step-by-step instructions
✔ Spray bottle
✔ Reusable cotton carry bag

Just add your grow medium and you’re ready to go.

Healthy
Simple
Something a little different

A small gift… that keeps giving.

If you’re still looking for something thoughtful this Mother’s Day, have a look here: easymicrogreens.com.au

And if you’d like to support a small Aussie business, feel free to follow the page too 🙂

Rudy

28/04/2026

We’ve given easymicrogreens.com.au a fresh new look.

Cleaner. Simpler. Easier to find what you need.

Whether you’re just starting out or already growing, everything is now set up to help you get there faster… without the confusion.

Take a look when you have a moment.

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Grow fresh microgreens at home with easy starter kits, high-quality seeds and practical growing equipment. Simple, healthy and perfect for beginners in Australia.

28/04/2026

Most people think growing food at home is complicated. It’s not.

You don’t need a garden.
You don’t need experience.
You don’t even need much space.

All you need is a tray, a bit of patience… and a few days. That’s what I love about microgreens. Within a week, you go from nothing… to fresh, living food you’ve grown yourself.

And once you do it once, something shifts.

You start looking at food differently. You start enjoying the process again.

If you’ve ever thought about growing your own food…
this is the easiest place to start.

To read more of this post please visit

Growing microgreens at home is one of the simplest ways to produce fresh, nutritious food without needing a garden or any prior experience. With just a tray, seeds, and a little patience, you can go from nothing to vibrant greens in as little as 7 days. Perfect for small spaces, busy lifestyles, and...

27/04/2026

Most people think growing food at home is complicated.

It’s not. You don’t need a garden. You don’t need experience. You don’t even need much space.

All you need is a tray, a bit of patience… and a few days.

That’s what I love about microgreens. Within a week, you go from nothing…to fresh, living food you’ve grown yourself.

And once you do it once, something shifts. You start looking at food differently. You start enjoying the process again.

If you’ve ever thought about growing your own food…
this is the easiest place to start.

Message us if you want help getting started. We’re always happy to guide you.

28/01/2026

What really happens in the first days of a microgreen’s life

When you place a tiny seed on soil and give it a bit of water, something very quiet but very powerful starts to happen almost immediately.

Inside that seed, everything it needs for the first stage of life is already there. The moment moisture reaches it, the seed wakes up. It begins to swell, the outer shell softens, and the first thing that appears is not a leaf, but a root.

That first root, called the radicle, grows downwards, even in the dark. It doesn’t need light yet. Its only job is to anchor the plant and start drawing in water and minerals. This is why, in the early days, microgreens don’t need light straight away. They are living off what was stored inside the seed.

After the root has settled, the shoot begins to push upward. At this stage, the plant is still pale, sometimes almost yellow. This is normal. Chlorophyll, the green pigment we all associate with plants, only forms once the young shoot is exposed to light.

When light finally reaches those first leaves, something changes. The plant starts producing chlorophyll, turning green, and begins photosynthesis. This is the moment the microgreen becomes a little food factory, using light, water, and air to create energy and nutrients.

Those first leaves you see are called cotyledons. They are not the true leaves yet, but they play a crucial role. They help the plant gather light and grow quickly, which is why microgreens can be harvested in just a few days.

In this short phase of life, the plant is growing fast, focused, and full of potential. That’s also why microgreens are so nutrient-dense. The energy is concentrated, the growth is intense, and nothing has been wasted yet on stems or large structures.

Watching this process up close reminds you how much is already built into something so small. With just water, light, and a bit of patience, life does the rest.

This is the part I love most about growing microgreens. Not the harvest, not the yield, but those first few days where everything quietly begins.

13/12/2025

If you’re looking for a simple way to boost your daily nutrition, red cabbage and broccoli microgreens are two of the best superfoods you can add to your meals.

These tiny greens grow in just days, but they deliver more nutrition than their fully grown vegetables.

Red Cabbage Microgreens
• Packed with vitamin C for immunity
• High in vitamin K for strong bones
• Natural antioxidants that support healthy cells
• Mild flavour and beautiful colour in any dish

Broccoli Microgreens
• One of the richest natural sources of sulforaphane
• Great for detox, gut health and reducing inflammation
• Full of vitamins A, C and E
• Gentle, fresh flavour that goes with everything

Easy ways to enjoy them
Add a handful to salads, sandwiches, omelettes, bowls, wraps, or even blend into a smoothie. Fresh, crunchy, nutritious and ready to eat.

Tiny plants. Big benefits.
Perfect for anyone wanting a healthier lifestyle.