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Microgreens are young, tender greens that are used to enhance the color, texture, or flavor of salads, or to garnish a wide variety of main dishes. Harvested at the first true leaf stage and sold with the stem, cotyledons (seed leaves), and first true leaves attached, they are among a variety of novel salad greens available on the market that are typically distinguished categorically by their size and age. Sprouts, microgreens, and baby greens are simply those greens harvested and consumed in an immature state. This article offers production advice for greenhouse microgreen production. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1164 This is a minor revision of Treadwell, Danielle, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin. 2010. “Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop”. EDIS 2010 (3). https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/118552.

Microgreens are young, tender greens that are used to enhance the color, texture, or flavor of salads, or to garnish a wide variety of main dishes. Harvested at the first true leaf stage and sold with the stem, cotyledons (seed leaves), and first true leaves attached, they are among a variety of novel salad greens available on the market that are typically distinguished categorically by their size and age. Sprouts, microgreens, and baby greens are simply those greens harvested and consumed in an immature state. This article offers production advice for greenhouse microgreen production. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1164 This is a minor revision of Treadwell, Danielle, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin. 2010. “Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop”. EDIS 2010 (3). https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/118552.

Microgreens are young, tender greens that are used to enhance the color, texture, or flavor of salads, or to garnish a wide variety of main dishes. Harvested at the first true leaf stage and sold with the stem, cotyledons (seed leaves), and first true leaves attached, they are among a variety of novel salad greens available on the market that are typically distinguished categorically by their size and age. Sprouts, microgreens, and baby greens are simply those greens harvested and consumed in an immature state. This article offers production advice for greenhouse microgreen production. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1164 This is a minor revision of Treadwell, Danielle, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin. 2010. “Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop”. EDIS 2010 (3). https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/118552.

HS1164, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Danielle D. Treadwell, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin, provides an overview of this new type of market crop and its production. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, April 2010. HS1164/HS1164: Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop (ufl.edu) A minor revision of this article was published September 2020, here: https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/123356

HS1164, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Danielle D. Treadwell, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin, provides an overview of this new type of market crop and its production. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, April 2010. HS1164/HS1164: Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop (ufl.edu) A minor revision of this article was published September 2020, here: https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/123356

HS1164, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Danielle D. Treadwell, Robert Hochmuth, Linda Landrum, and Wanda Laughlin, provides an overview of this new type of market crop and its production. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, April 2010. HS1164/HS1164: Microgreens: A New Specialty Crop (ufl.edu) A minor revision of this article was published September 2020, here: https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/123356

FE828, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Brad Burbaugh, Elena Toro, Linda Landrum, George Harrison, John Fruin, and Allen Wysocki, provides an overview of the steps necessary to comply with Florida’s existing regulations for selling eggs which are overseen by FDACS. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, February 2010.

FE828, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Brad Burbaugh, Elena Toro, Linda Landrum, George Harrison, John Fruin, and Allen Wysocki, provides an overview of the steps necessary to comply with Florida’s existing regulations for selling eggs which are overseen by FDACS. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, February 2010.

FE828, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Brad Burbaugh, Elena Toro, Linda Landrum, George Harrison, John Fruin, and Allen Wysocki, provides an overview of the steps necessary to comply with Florida’s existing regulations for selling eggs which are overseen by FDACS. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, February 2010.

HS-1121, an 11-page fact sheet by Robert Hochmuth, Larry Halsey, George Hochmuth, Chad Hutchinson, and Linda Landrum, helps farmers begin the decision-making process of evaluating alternative enterprises. It discusses key points to consider, and how to take a resource inventory before getting started. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, September 2007. HS1121/HS338: Keys to Successfully Choosing Enterprises That Suit Your Small Farm (ufl.edu)

HS-1121, an 11-page fact sheet by Robert Hochmuth, Larry Halsey, George Hochmuth, Chad Hutchinson, and Linda Landrum, helps farmers begin the decision-making process of evaluating alternative enterprises. It discusses key points to consider, and how to take a resource inventory before getting started. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, September 2007. HS1121/HS338: Keys to Successfully Choosing Enterprises That Suit Your Small Farm (ufl.edu)

HS-1121, an 11-page fact sheet by Robert Hochmuth, Larry Halsey, George Hochmuth, Chad Hutchinson, and Linda Landrum, helps farmers begin the decision-making process of evaluating alternative enterprises. It discusses key points to consider, and how to take a resource inventory before getting started. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, September 2007. HS1121/HS338: Keys to Successfully Choosing Enterprises That Suit Your Small Farm (ufl.edu)

This document provides a detailed overview of the crested Philippine violet (Barleria cristata), an herbaceous perennial plant. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, leaf texture, and flower colors. The document also outlines its growth requirements, such as light, soil, and water needs, and highlights its uses in landscaping as a hedge or border plant. Additionally, it mentions the plant’s moderate drought tolerance, pest resistance, and potential for reseeding. The document concludes with care instructions, including pruning and handling precautions. Original publication date October 1999.

This document provides an overview of the African bush daisy (Euryops chrysanthemoides), detailing its characteristics, growth requirements, and uses. The plant is a perennial shrub native to Africa, known for its bright yellow flowers and fern-like leaves. It thrives in full sun and various soil types, with moderate drought tolerance. The African bush daisy is suitable for mass planting, borders, and containers, attracting butterflies and requiring occasional clipping for dense growth. It is somewhat available and can be propagated by seed, with nematodes being the primary pest concern. Original publication date October 1999.