{"product_id":"sunflower-sprouts","title":"Sunflower Sprouts  – Grown to Order","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFresh Sunflower Microgreens – Grown to Order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003efresh sunflower microgreens\u003c\/strong\u003e are available on a \u003cstrong\u003egrow-to-order basis\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than keeping pre-packed microgreens in regular stock, we grow fresh crops specifically for confirmed orders and harvest them at the young microgreen stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower microgreens produce thick, crisp stems and broad green leaves with a fresh, mildly sweet and nutty sunflower flavour. Their substantial texture makes them one of the more robust microgreens and a useful addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps and bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Order Fresh Sunflower Microgreens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh sunflower microgreens need to be ordered in advance and are not maintained as a ready-to-ship stock item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo place an order, email \u003cstrong\u003eadmin@ozsprout.com.au\u003c\/strong\u003e with the quantity you require. We will confirm your order requirements, availability and expected timing before your crop is grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you require microgreens for a café, restaurant, catering business, event or regular supply arrangement, include your preferred quantity and required date when contacting us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCrisp Texture with a Mild Nutty Flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower microgreens are known for their thick, succulent stems, broad green cotyledon leaves and distinctive crunchy texture. Their flavour is mild, fresh and slightly sweet with a subtle nuttiness characteristic of sunflower seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse them fresh in salads, sandwiches, wraps and grain bowls, or add them to savoury dishes immediately before serving. Their firmer texture also makes them suitable for combining with softer leafy greens and other microgreens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYoung Sunflower Greens Harvested Fresh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower microgreens are grown from sunflower seed in trays and harvested above the growing medium once the cotyledon leaves have opened and the crop has developed strong green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable growing conditions, sunflower microgreens are generally ready in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. The roots, seed remnants and growing medium are left behind, with the crisp stems and young leaves forming the finished product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh sunflower microgreens are highly perishable and should remain refrigerated at \u003cstrong\u003e0–5°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep them protected from contamination and excess moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWash thoroughly under cool running water immediately before use, drain well and serve promptly. For the best flavour, texture and appearance, use while the stems remain crisp and the leaves are fresh and vibrant green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrefer to Grow Your Own Sunflower Microgreens?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would rather grow sunflower microgreens yourself, OzSprout stocks the seed and growing supplies needed to produce fresh trays at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStart with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/sunflower-microgreen-seeds\"\u003eBlack Sunflower Microgreen Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, grow them in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/microgreen-wheatgrass-grow-tray\"\u003eMicrogreen \u0026amp; Wheatgrass Grow Tray\u003c\/a\u003e and use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/coco-fibre-growing-medium\"\u003eCoco Fibre Growing Medium\u003c\/a\u003e or another suitable supportive growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower is a larger-seeded microgreen that benefits from an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8-hour pre-soak\u003c\/strong\u003e and light-to-moderate pressure during early germination. This helps the roots establish firmly and produces a dense tray of substantial shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor complete instructions covering soaking, seeding rate, weighted germination, seed-hull management, watering, lighting and harvesting, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/blogs\/learn\/how-to-grow-sunflower-microgreens\"\u003eHow to Grow Sunflower Microgreens at Home\u003c\/a\u003e guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing your own is a practical option for maintaining a regular supply, while our fresh grow-to-order sunflower microgreens are available when you would prefer the crop to be grown and harvested for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ozsprout","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42801947410675,"sku":"SUNFLOWERSPROUTS-F","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/1446\/5779\/files\/black-sunflower-seeds-microgreens-sprouting.webp?v=1761008557","url":"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/sunflower-sprouts","provider":"OzSprout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}