Sprouts

Buy sprouting seeds: fresh, healthy and easy to grow yourself

Want something fresh and green on your plate every day without any hassle? Then growing sprouts is a smart and fun way to freshen up your meals. These young plants, like alfalfa, broccoli, or red cabbage, are packed with flavor and nutrients. You can harvest them within a few days. With sprouts, you'll achieve results quickly and easily. You hardly need any space or experience; even a windowsill will do. With little effort, you can grow your own sprouts.

What exactly are sprouts?

Sprouts are tiny plants, harvested shortly after germination, when they're still in the sprouting stage. You eat them before they're fully grown and before true leaves develop. Because you eat the entire plant, you get a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and enzymes. And the best part: you grow them right in your kitchen.

Well-known varieties include broccoli sprouts, red cabbage sprouts, garden cress, and mustard sprouts. Each variety has its own unique flavor and texture. You can sprinkle them on bread, stir them into salads, or use them as a refreshing topping for hot dishes.

Why grow your own sprouts?

Germinating your own seeds is surprisingly easy and full of advantages:

• You harvest fresh, whenever you want.
• No plastic containers or forgotten leftovers in the fridge
• You know exactly what you are eating
• You hardly need any space
• Homegrown sprouts are super healthy thanks to their high concentration of vitamins, minerals and enzymes

It's ideal for those who want to eat mindfully but don't need a green thumb. With your own ingredients, you always know exactly what you're eating. And we bet it's addictively delicious!

Choosing seeds for sprouts

Choosing the right seeds is actually the most fun part of your sprouting adventure. There's such a wide variety to choose from: from spicy Brussels sprouts with a bit of a bite to delicate microgreens and tender baby leaves that are simply deliciously mild. Each seed variety truly has its own character – one is gentle and soft, another gives your mouth a pleasant wake-up call. So think about it: what are you in the mood for? A fresh topping for your salad, a pop of color on your sandwich, or perhaps something healthy with your hot meal?

Also, pay attention to the growing time, because some sprouts are real growers – garden cress, for example, is ready to pick in just a few days. Other varieties take a little longer to fully develop. I always go for organic seeds: no hassle with pesticides or modified ingredients, just pure flavor as it should be. And always check if your seeds are still fresh – because only fresh seeds will give you the bountiful harvest you're hoping for. This way, you'll have a lot of variety on your plate and can really do anything with your sprouts.

Popular types of sprouts

At Plukkers you will find sprouting seeds for everyone: think of shoots, micro leaves, herbs and vegetables as examples of sprout vegetables.

• Broccoli : fresh and slightly spicy, packed with natural antioxidants
• Red cabbage : beautiful purple sprouts, soft and sweet in taste
• Alfalfa : light, neutral and a real classic for bread
• Mustard : spicy with a bite, delicious as an extra seasoning
• Bean sprouts : crunchy, fresh sprouts, popular in Asian dishes and rich in nutrients

All our sprouting seeds are suitable for organic cultivation and come with clear instructions.

How to grow sprouts at home?

You only need a few things:

• A glass jar, germination tray or special germination container
• Fresh water
• A bright spot, such as a windowsill
• You can also use cotton wool, kitchen paper or a saucer as a base

To start growing sprouts, sow the seed or seeds in your chosen substrate. Use lukewarm water to soak the seeds; this promotes germination. Keeping the substrate, such as cotton wool, paper towels, soil, or a saucer, moist is essential for successful germination. Some sprouts are grown in soil or another medium, depending on the variety. A sprouting tray is a handy tool for easily growing healthy sprouts.

Soak the seeds briefly, rinse them daily, and you can harvest them within a few days. Harvest time varies by variety and is usually between 5 days and 4 weeks after sowing. No soil needed, no hassle. Just rinse, wait, and enjoy your homegrown sprouts.

Harvesting and using sprouts

Harvesting sprouts is a real treat every time: within a few days, you'll see those first little green friends emerge, ready to be picked. Simply snip off your microgreens and baby leaves with scissors, and you can often fish those sprouts right out of the water. This way, you'll always have those deliciously crunchy sprouts at your fingertips.

Sprouts are simply fantastic for your health and make every dish just a little more fun. Sprinkle them over your salads for that delicious crunch, use them as a cheerful pop of color in hot dishes, or toss them on your sandwich for extra flavor and good nutrients. And you know what? They also work surprisingly well in soups: add them just before serving for an instant health boost.

Want to enjoy your harvest a little longer? Simply store those harvested sprouts in a sealed container in the refrigerator; they'll stay fresh for a few more days. By growing your own, you control exactly which varieties you serve and when you harvest them, so you always have the perfect sprouts on hand for every dish. Growing sprouts is not only good for you, but also a fun and easy way to get more vegetables into your daily diet.

Buy sprouts at Plukkers

At Plukkers, you can easily buy sprouting seeds from a selection of high-yield seeds. Whether you prefer mild, spicy, or a colorful mix, we're happy to help you get started with tips and inspiration. Perfect for those who want to eat healthier, are curious about growing their own, or simply crave something fresh.

Start sprouting today

Prepare a pot, choose your seeds, and give it a try. Within a few days, the seeds will germinate and be edible, so you can safely consume them as soon as they're ready. Growing sprouts is simple, delicious, and fun for all ages. And the result? A handful of fresh vegetables every day, straight from your kitchen counter.