Unwins Sprouting Seeds Rocket Seeds

Sprouting seeds can be grown successfully on any warm, light windowsill which is not in full sun all day. Place two layers of absorbent growing medium, like kitchen roll, into a shallow dish or tray. These should be thoroughly wet, but drained of excess water. Sow the seed fairly thickly over the wet growing medium. Place the dish in a warm, light airy position. Maintain a temperature of around 15°C and keep the sowing moist but not wet to ensure rapid germination.

Harvest the shoots when they are about 2cm long using a pair of scissors, just as the leaves begin to appear. This typically takes 5-10 days. Rinse the shoots and use immediately in salads, sandwiches or stir-fry dishes.

Sow small amounts periodically to enjoy a continued supply.