Experiment 18-To determine the effects of different watering frequencies on the growth of microgreens.

                                                              Experiment 18

AIM: 

To determine the effects of different watering frequencies on the growth of microgreens.
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APPARATUS AND MATERIAL REQUIRED: 

1. 3 trays of microgreen seeds
2. 3 watering schedules (once a day, twice a day, and three times a day)
3. A timer
4. A ruler

WHEN WATERING MICROGREENS

OBJECTIVES:

1. To determine the optimal watering frequency for growing microgreens.
2. To compare the growth of microgreens under different watering frequencies.

PROCEDURE:

1. Sow the microgreen seeds in each tray.
2. Set the timer to water the microgreens according to the different watering schedules.
3. Observe the growth of the microgreens over 7 days.
4. Measure the height of the microgreens at the end of the 7 days.

RESULTS:

The microgreens that were watered once a day were the shortest. The microgreens that were watered three times a day were the tallest. The microgreens that were watered twice a day were in between the tallest and shortest microgreens.

CONCLUSION:

The results of this experiment show that the optimal watering frequency for growing microgreens is twice a day. Microgreens that are watered too infrequently will become short and stunted, while microgreens that are watered too frequently will become wilted and unhealthy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• The type of microgreen seed can also affect the growth of microgreens. Some microgreen seeds are more tolerant of frequent watering than others.
• The temperature and humidity of the growing environment can also affect the growth of microgreens. Microgreens prefer warm and humid conditions.
• Microgreens can be harvested when they are 1-2 inches tall.

MICROGREENS AFTER WATERING

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