Buckwheat Growing Guide

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1. 1

   Soak and Rinse

   Day 0

   Soak buckwheat groats (hulled seeds) in cool water for 8-12 hours. Rinse thoroughly — they produce a starchy rinse water.

   Done

   • Use only hulled buckwheat groats, not kasha
   • Rinse 2-3 times until water runs clear
2. 2

   Dense Planting

   Day 1

   Spread soaked groats in a single dense layer on pre-moistened medium. Cover with blackout dome for 2-3 days.

   Done

   • Seeds should be touching but not piled
   • Mist lightly and use a light weight to anchor seeds
3. 3

   Light Exposure

   Day 3

   After blackout, move to 12-16 hours of light. Red stems develop first, followed by heart-shaped green cotyledons.

   Done

   • The hull may cling to leaves — a gentle mist helps it fall off
   • Bright indirect light produces the best color
4. 4

   Harvest

   Day 8

   Harvest when cotyledons are fully open and still folded upward. The flavor is nuttiest just before they flatten.

   Done

   • Remove any remaining hulls before serving
   • Excellent on avocado toast, grain bowls, and salads