Leafy green
Can you grow Microgreens on a balcony?
Mixed (e.g. brassicas, beet, radish, pea, herbs)
Yes — great in containers
Microgreens (Mixed (e.g. brassicas, beet, radish, pea, herbs)) grows well on a balcony in a suitable container. It needs partial shade — around 3+ hours of direct sun a day. Harvest 1-2 weeks after sowing when 2.5-7.5cm (1-3in) tall and the first true leaves appear; snip with scissors near the base.. All figures below are sourced from RHS and the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Sun
⛅ Partial shade (3+ h)
Water
Medium
Difficulty
Easy
Hardiness
Annual
Container fit
Excellent
Sow
Sow seed densely across a shallow flat/seed tray of potting soil; most germinate in 2-3 days. Place on a sunny windowsill or balcony, or under LED grow lights for year-round crops.
Harvest
Harvest 1-2 weeks after sowing when 2.5-7.5cm (1-3in) tall and the first true leaves appear; snip with scissors near the base.
Good companions: n/a (sown as a dense single-crop mat)
Balcony tip: Ideal for the smallest balcony - grow in a shallow tray or recycled shallow container on a sunny windowsill; sow a fresh tray every week or two for a constant supply.
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What size pot does Microgreens need?
Container size for Microgreens isn't specified by our sources for a single value — as a rule, give roots room and don't let a small pot dry out. Check the linked RHS/Almanac page.
How much sun does Microgreens need on a balcony?
Microgreens wants partial shade — about 3+ hours of direct sun daily. Match it to your balcony's aspect before buying seed.
When do you sow Microgreens?
Sow seed densely across a shallow flat/seed tray of potting soil; most germinate in 2-3 days. Place on a sunny windowsill or balcony, or under LED grow lights for year-round crops.. Timing shifts with your climate/USDA zone — the linked sources give the detail.
Sources & date
- RHS: Microgreens
- Old Farmer's Almanac: Microgreens
- Data as of: 2026-07-10
- Container sizes and timings are guidance — adjust to your climate/USDA zone and balcony aspect.