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Alfalfa (Lucerne) Microgreen & Sprouting Seeds - Umuthi Botanicals

Alfalfa (Lucerne) Microgreen & Sprouting Seeds - Umuthi Botanicals

Regular price R85.00
Regular price Sale price R85.00

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Umuthi Alfalfa Sprouting Seeds (Lucerne) are natural, untreated, non-GMO seeds for growing crisp, mild-tasting alfalfa sprouts at home. Also known as Lucerne, Medicago sativa is one of the best-known sprouting seeds and produces delicate sprouts with deep green leaves and a fresh, gentle flavour. These sprouts are easy to add to salads, smoothies, sandwiches, wraps, or garnishes. They are a lovely everyday sprout for anyone wanting a fresh, nutritious ingredient grown in their own kitchen.

♡ Why we love it: Alfalfa is a classic starter sprout for a reason. It sprouts fairly quickly, has a mild flavour that works with almost anything, and adds a fresh green crunch to everyday meals.

  • Botanical Name: Medicago sativa
  • Also Known As: Lucerne
  • Seed Type: Sprouting seed
  • Appearance: Fine, golden-coloured seed
  • Sprout Profile: Deep green leaf with a crisp, mild flavour
  • Natural and untreated
  • Non-GMO
  • Vacuum packed for freshness
  • Germination: 6-8 days depending on growing conditions
  • Sprouts best in warm temperatures
  • Growing fresh alfalfa sprouts at home
  • Adding sprouts to salads, smoothies, sandwiches, and wraps
  • Using as a fresh garnish
  • Enjoying as a mild, crisp sprout on its own
  • Starting a beginner-friendly sprouting routine

    This Product Is For:

  • Home sprouters
  • Customers wanting a classic mild sprout
  • Salad, sandwich, and smoothie makers
  • Beginners looking for a well-known sprouting seed
  • This Product Is Not For:

  • Soil-based vegetable growing
  • Those looking for pre-grown sprouts
  • Use without proper rinsing and drainage during sprouting
  • Add seeds to a clean sprouting jar or sprouting setup.
  • Soak and rinse according to your sprouting method.
  • Drain well after each rinse.
  • Keep in normal indirect light and avoid direct sunlight.
  • Continue rinsing and draining until sprouts are ready.
  • Harvest once the sprouts have developed a fresh green leaf and crisp texture.
  • Processing Tip: Alfalfa generally germinates in 6-8 days, depending on growing conditions.
  • Use clean sprouting equipment and fresh water
  • Rinse and drain thoroughly during sprouting
  • Do not leave sprouts sitting in excess water
  • Keep out of direct sunlight
  • Discard any sprouts that smell off, become slimy, or show unusual mould growth
  • Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place

Q: What does alfalfa sprout taste like?
A: Alfalfa sprouts have a mild, crisp flavour that works well in salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and garnishes.

Q: Is Lucerne the same as alfalfa?
A: Yes. Lucerne is a recognised common name for alfalfa, Medicago sativa .

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Elna V.C. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Happy customer

Excellent service and delivery time. No problems at all.

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Keri H. (Vredenburg, ZA)
Excellent all round!

Superfast delivery the following day, excellent service and fantastic fresh seeds that sprout quickly and taste delicious - and are super healthy too. A real pleasure from purchase to plate!

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Susi C. (Durban, ZA)
Great for cats

I planted this together with oats and wheatgrass and my cat eats it daily. Great for indoor cats.

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Elsa-Marie J. (Cape Town, ZA)
Sprouting

Wonderful, never fail sprouting seeds. Very fast delivary. I recommend for quality a d service.

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Linda N. (Cape Town, ZA)
Great taste

Quick and easy to grow, tastes so fresh with a bit of nuttiness for salad

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Sovs (Durban, ZA)
Worth the price

It was a good buy and I am enjoying the sprouts in my salads.

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S. (Durban, ZA)
First time sprouter

These seeds sprouted well in a few days time.well worth the cost.

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Mduduzi S. (Krugersdorp, ZA)
Great service

Delivery was on time and communication was spot on. Thank you so much. Keep up the good work and excellent service

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Johannie B. (Krugersdorp, ZA)
Alfalfa sprouts

Delivery was quick. And the feedback as to the where abouts of your parcel. Very well packed. Already grew my 1st batch of sprouts. Love it!! Johannie Btitz

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Elsie V.d.M. (George, ZA)
5/5 stars

Delivery was quick an the goods was verywell packed
Seeds good quality and the process of sprouting the is a bliss
Will definitely support Essentially Natural again.
Thank you so much

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Margs (Durban, ZA)
The Queen of Sprouts

Alfalfa Sprouts are the absolute best. Much loved in our household in a wholewheat peanut butter sandwich. Keeps energy levels at a constant for hours!

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Makgauta M. (Durban, ZA)
Service delivery

Your service delivery is superb. Thanks for a sample present of Rosemary Hydrosol. It is good for the Face.

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Busi S. (Cape Town, ZA)
Very good

Very good

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