{"product_id":"sunflower-black-oil-organic-prograde-microgreens-seeds","title":"Sunflower - Black Oil (Organic) - ProGrade Microgreens Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelected for Professional Growers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e8-12 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Black Oil Sunflower ProGrade Microgreen Seeds. Non-GMO, open-pollinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eProGrade Microgreens is True Leaf Market's premium microgreen seed program. Each ProGrade lot is reviewed through in-house grow trials and quality evaluation before being approved for commercial microgreen production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eOrders placed through this page ship exclusively from the lot shown below, providing professional growers with lot consistency, traceability, and complete transparency. The photos displayed on this page are of the actual lot currently being shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 227494\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerm:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes On This Lot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small seed size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/growing-microgreens-starter-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Microgreens Starter Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Name(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunflower Microgreens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-8 Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Growing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil or Hydroponic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e per 10 inches x 20 inches tray:\u003c\/em\u003e 2-3 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlackout Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 days (including the days to germination)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated time to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Black Oil Sunflower Microgreen Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale yellow stems with bright green cotyledon leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Black Oil Sunflower Microgreen Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and savory with a nutty finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Black Oil Sunflower Microgreen Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and sturdy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Organic Black Oil Sunflower ProGrade Microgreen Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by soaking organic black oil sunflower seeds for 4-8 hours before planting. Spread 2-3 oz of soaked seeds evenly across a 10-inch by 20-inch tray filled with about an inch of potting mix, or place them on a hydroponic grow pad - these seeds perform well on either medium. Press the seeds gently into contact with the medium, then place a second tray on top to apply light pressure during germination. Keep in a dark location for 3-4 days, misting if needed, until sprouts are well established and beginning to push against the top tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce sprouts reach about an inch tall, move the tray to bright indirect light or under a grow light. Bottom watering is recommended from this point forward to keep the canopy dry and discourage mold. Harvest when the cotyledon leaves are fully open and deep green, typically 8-12 days from planting. Cut just above the growing medium with clean scissors and refrigerate in a sealed container. Fresh sunflower microgreens keep well for 5-7 days when stored dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Organic Black Oil Sunflower Microgreens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower microgreens are a nutritious addition to any diet. They are a good source of plant-based protein, healthy fats, and dietary fiber. Sunflower microgreens also provide vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, along with B vitamins, zinc, and magnesium that support energy metabolism and immune function. Choosing an organic variety means growing with seeds produced without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers - a clean start for your microgreen tray and your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic black oil sunflower microgreens shine as a fresh topping or mix-in - use them raw to preserve their crisp texture and delicate flavor. Add a generous handful to salads, grain bowls, and Buddha bowls, or pile them onto sandwiches, wraps, and burgers in place of sprouts. They make an elegant garnish for soups and avocado toast, and their mild nutty flavor pairs especially well with hummus, tahini dressings, and citrus vinaigrettes. Avoid cooking them, as heat quickly wilts the tender cotyledon leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your sunflower seeds are having trouble shedding their hulls after the cotyledons open, try misting the canopy lightly in the morning and giving the tray a few extra hours of darkness under a weighted cover. A little added humidity and gentle pressure usually does the trick - and once those green leaves pop free, the flavor payoff is well worth the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Microgreen Resources:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/how-to-tutorial-videos\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen How to Videos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/microgreens-frequently-asked-questions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrogreen FAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Black Oil Sunflower ProGrade Microgreen Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Approximately 40,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Approximately 200,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":45137295933555,"sku":"84007","price":39.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":45137295966323,"sku":"84008","price":129.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1779904908_seeds_sunflower_black_oil_prograde_microgreens_comp_518c8965-d3aa-4d92-befd-763bdbd97aa7.jpg?v=1782501769","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/sunflower-black-oil-organic-prograde-microgreens-seeds","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}