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Microgreens: A Guide To Growing Nutrient-Packed Greens |  | Authors: Eric Franks, Jasmine Richardson
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 9.7 x 7.4 x 0.8
ISBN: 1423603648
Dewey Decimal Number: 635.5
EAN: 9781423603641
ASIN: 1423603648
Publication Date: February 17, 2009
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Product Description
MICROGREENS
A Guide to Growing
Nutrient-Packed Greens
DUBBED A CULINARY BUZZWORD by National Public Radio, microgreens-vegetables harvested soon after sprouting-are expected to be one of 2009's hottest food trends.
With simple instruction, Microgreens teaches how to plant, grow, and harvest microgreens from one's own garden. The small amount of space needed to grow microgreens-a porch, patio, deck, or balcony will do-allows anyone to easily incorporate them into their daily meals, and the greens' nutritional potency make them a must-eat in a healthy diet.
INCLUDES THESE MICROGREENS:
Amaranth
Arugula
Basil
Beet
Broccoli
Celery
Chard
Cilantro
Cress
Endive
Mustard
Pac Choi
Pea
Purple Cabbage
Radish
Tokyo Bekana
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 definitive microgreens text March 21, 2010
kate
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
this book is informative, well-written, and visually stunning. not only does it simply and intuitively outline how to grow greens for oneself or commercially (in a friendly, easy-to-read voice and with beautiful photographs) it also includes sections on troubleshooting, recipes, etc. the authors really know their stuff, and the book covers everything you'll need (even if you've never grown a thing before) to help you on your way to delicious, nutritious greens for yourself, family, friends, and maybe even to a lucrative side job. thank you eric and jasmine!
Truly Stunning December 24, 2009
Ana Casas (Atlanta, GA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book is truly stunning. It is the best written, most informative book that I have read on the topic of microgreens- growing nutrient packed greens. It is well suited for both the home grower and commercial grower. The recipes are excellent and will make your mouth water. The photography is breathtaking and captures the vitality of this living, nutrient packed food that is easily grown in a small space within a short period of time. The authors are to be congratulated on producing such a superb work that is truly as enjoyable to read as it is practical and informative.
Excited! August 28, 2009
M. raines (louisiana)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Wonderful book, with beautiful pictures. Now I'm excited about growing microgreens, and can't wait to get started.
Well worth exploring June 10, 2009
Feathered Quill Book Reviews (Goshen, MA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Spouted seeds provide excellent nutrition because the conversion of the stored nutrients released at germination provides nutrients not found in more mature plant materials. I was excited to read the new book Microgreens which covers the plant stage immediately after sprouting. In addition to an elevated nutritional level, plants at this phase in their life cycle offer a fresh, crisp culinary experience.
Upon opening this book, printed on heavy coated paper, I was immediately inclined to leaf through it from one end to the other. The photography is superb and Ms. Gibbons is to be congratulated on its excellence with good depth of field and great presentation of some rather diminutive plants.
The book follows the authors experiences as they learn the ups and down of how to grow microgreens. When they first start, they have only a small area in which to grow their crops. They discuss their search for locating sources of seeds and finding the best varieties to grow on well structured and modified soils. As their skills improve, they find a location with more space and begin to produce crops commercially.
Microgreens covers, both in word and picture, the difference between sprouts, microgreens and baby greens. There is useful information on soils, nutrition, and the value of various plant types.
The authors detail materials from soils to containers and seed sources and provide a sequential set of steps for producing a crop up to harvesting. It is evident that Frank and Richardson enjoy the freshness and nutrition of their work. I found the section detailing each type of plant with details of the botany and taxonomy particularly interesting. Also provided is germination data and the level of difficulty in growing each plant. Associated with each detail page is a photograph of the specific cultivar at the proper stage for harvest.
Towards the end of the book is a section in which several chefs provide recipes and other information on microgreens as well as a section with a select source of seeds and materials.
Quill says: We found this book well worth exploring both for those who wish to expand their horizons and especially for those who want to eat organically.
Outstanding! June 10, 2009
David Sasuga (San Marcos, CA USA)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is a remarkable book. As a grower myself (Fresh Origins), I can confidently recommend it as the best information on the topic available at this time.
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