Lupine Seeds - Sweet Lupine - Moonshine

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Growing Moonshine Lupine Microgreen Seeds

Soak lupine seeds in water for around 8-12 hours to promote germination. Rinse them thoroughly after soaking. Choose a shallow container or tray with drainage holes and fill it with a light growing medium like a soilless seed-starting mix or coconut coir. Moisten the medium evenly without over-saturating. Spread the pre-soaked lupine seeds evenly across the moist growing medium. Cover the seeds with another thin layer of growing medium or a damp paper towel. Optionally, stack another tray on top of uncovered seeds to create darkness and maintain good seed-to-soil contact for the initial 3-5 days while gently pushing the seeds into the soil; this encourages the seeds to germinate without exposure to light.

Check regularly to ensure the growing medium remains moist but not excessively wet. Once the seeds start sprouting and pushing against the covering (usually within a few days), remove the cover and place the tray in a well-lit area with indirect sunlight. Water the microgreens gently using a mist sprayer or by pouring water into the tray's bottom. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist throughout the growing process. Lupine microgreens typically grow to a harvestable size in about 10-14 days. Harvest them by snipping just above the soil level with scissors when they reach a height of a few inches. We recommend rinsing before consumption.

Benefits of Moonshine Lupine Microgreens

Due to their nutrient content, microgreens, in general, including lupine microgreens, are often touted for potential health benefits. They support overall health, boost immunity, and contribute to a well-rounded diet.

Culinary Tips

Lupine microgreens can add a unique flavor and nutritional boost to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. Lupine microgreens are often used to add a delicate and fresh taste to salads, sandwiches, wraps, and other dishes. Their mild flavor makes them versatile, allowing them to complement a wide range of ingredients without overpowering the overall taste of a dish. Additionally, their crisp texture can contribute a pleasant refreshing crunch to salads and various culinary creations.

About Moonshine Lupine (Lupinus luteus)

Sweet lupine is an annual flower native to the Mediterranean region of Southern Europe. Their seeds are commonly known as lupin beans and are commonly eaten throughout the Mediterranean and Latin America. They are increasingly becoming popular for growing as microgreens.

When grown to maturity, these seeds develop into tall yellow blooms with green foliage. They may reach 20-80 cm tall with an upright, erect growth habit. Prefer growing in temperatures of 65-75 F. These are a member of the Fabaceae family, also known as legumes.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"It is widely known that there are different kinds of Lupine for the eye to appreciate, but what is becoming more popular are all the edible varieties! Michelin Star chefs are bringing this little-known green to light through their outstanding eye for quality ingredients."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

"I found the Moonshine Lupine microgreen to be delightfully easy to grow, refreshing, and pleasantly mild. If you enjoy the flavor of fresh peas, the crunch of sunflower microgreens, or the vast application of broccoli microgreens, you will likely enjoy this micro too."

- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Writer