FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Product Details
Are your Microgreens organic?
Yes, all of our seeds and our soil are EU Organic ECO Certified. The entire cultivation process is organic, with no pesticides, chemicals, or GMOs.
What is the size and weight of each tray?
Each tray measures 10x15x5cm (W x L x H), with a total weight ranging from 120 to 260 grams.
2. Microgreens Care
Where should I place the living tray and how much light does it need?
Place the tray on your kitchen countertop or a surface with indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight and extreme humidity. Ambient light is sufficient. Short sunlight sessions work, but avoid continuous exposure to prevent leaf burn. Refrigeration is not recommended for living trays.
How should I water my living tray?
Keep the soil well-moistened. Bottom water once a day in the morning - place tray in a shallow plate or container, add 60-90ml water on the container, ensuring that the soil in the tray is adequately moist but not soggy. Avoid top watering to prevent mold on leaves.
3. Harvesting and Storing Microgreens
How do I harvest Microgreens from the tray?
Use scissors or a sharp knife 2cm from the soil line. Rinse and dry. For optimal taste, consume right away after harvesting. Microgreens won't regrow.
How to eat Microgreens?
Enjoy Microgreens at their freshest by consuming them raw. Incorporate them into your meals- sprinkle them on soups, salads, sandwiches, or any dish for a nutritious boost.
Can I refrigerate or freeze my Microgreens?
Refrigerating living trays is not advised. However, for harvested Microgreens, pat them dry and store in an airtight container with a paper towel in the refrigerator. Consume within 3 days for the best freshness. Freezing Microgreens is effective for preserving their nutritional content, but it compromises their texture. It's a suitable choice if you intend to incorporate them into a smoothie.
4. Microgreens Shelf-life
How long are Microgreens good to eat?
For optimal nutritional content and taste, it's recommended to consume Microgreens within 3 days after delivery. Beyond this period, new leaves emerge, indicating the transition from the Microgreens stage to the normal growth stage. You can still eat them, but their nutritional value are reduced, and they won't taste the same.
When do Microgreens cease to be Microgreens?
Microgreens retain their classification until the emergence of new leaves, known as true leaves. Once true leaves appear, the Microgreen stage concludes, and the plant enters the normal growth phase.
5. Orders, Subscription and Deliveries
How do I order Microgreens?
Order our Microgreens on our website
1. Explore the available Microgreens on our website for the upcoming delivery (Deliveries are Mondays & Thursdays, 4pm to 7pm).
2. Select your desired Microgreens tray and add it to your cart.
3. Click on view cart and specify your preferred delivery time under order special instructions.
4. Go to checkout and fill in your information.
PS: If your preferred Microgreens is currently unavailable, just send us a message, and we'll reserve a tray for you in the next delivery.
How does the monthly subscription work?
For €15.96, receive 1 tray of your choice weekly. You can send us your preferences on the view cart, or via WhatsApp (916 309 754). Alternatively, you will receive our Microgreens of the week. The minimum is 1 month of subscription. You can cancel the subscription anytime after the first month, just send us a WhatsApp message or email requesting to cancel the subscription.
What are the Microgreens of the week?
Exclusively for our monthly subscribers, we choose Microgreens that vary each week, offering a rich and varied tasting experience based on our seed selection.
How are the Microgreens delivered?
We personally deliver the Microgreens to guarantee safety and hygiene. The living trays are placed in compostable bags.
To where do you deliver?
We deliver to the entire Municipality of Cascais: Cascais, Estoril, Alcabideche, Parede, Carcavelos, and S. Domingos de Rana.
When are delivery times?
Deliveries are on Mondays & Thursdays, 4pm to 7pm - your order will arrive on the soonest delivery date.
6. Costumers' FAQ
Can children eat Microgreens?
Absolutely! Microgreens are nutritious and enjoyable for children.
My Sunflower Microgreens came with seed hulls, what to do?
Gently pass your hand over to drop seed hulls. Do not eat the seed hull.
What to do with leftover soil and Microgreens?
Dispose of it in a compost bin or incorporate it into your garden. Our soil and seeds are EU Organic ECO Certified. The entire cultivation process is organic, without the use of pesticides, chemicals, or GMOs. You can put it in the regular trash bin.
Any more questions?
Please contact us at +351 916 309 754 or terraleafgreens@gmail.com.
