06/23/2021
Do you live in Chemainus and want to improve your diet and increase the quality of nutrients you eat? MICROGREENS are mighty foods! They contain up to 40X more nutrients than mature greens like broccoli!
We are offering MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTIONS of microgreens. We deliver to customers in Chemainus, and we have the growing space for 10 more monthly subscriptions.
What are Microgreens?
Microgreens are the young seedlings of vegetables and herbs. They are harvested at the middle stage of the seedling's development, after the sprouting stage, but before the plant develops true leaves. Studies have shown that microgreens harvested at this stage contain between 4-40x the nutrient density of their fully grown counterparts. Not to be confused with sprouts which do not develop roots, microgreens are grown in soil, which allows them to grow to a more mature stage in a less humid environment so there is a much lower risk of pathogen contamination.
Microgreens are "living foods" and should be consumed at their maximum nutrient content and freshness, within 1 week.
Research has proven that microgreens have potent health benefits. They are nutritional powerhouses - a little goes a long way! Over the past few years, microgreens have become much-loved for their freshness, flavour, nutrient-density and their many health benefits:
✅ Boosts your immune system
✅ Reduces chronic inflammation
✅ Helps control weight
✅ Reduces the risk of chronic disease
✅ Improves gut health (microbiome)
Here are some excellent articles with links to studies about Microgreens:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/microgreens
https://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20120831/tiny-microgreens-packed-nutrients
What makes microgreens healthier than mature greens like broccoli, kale and spinach?
- Their vitamin, nutrient and antioxidant content is up to 40x more concentrated than mature greens
- Sunflower Shoots and Pea Shoots contain high levels of protein (20-25%)
- They contain more macro minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium
- They contain more trace minerals such as copper, iron and zinc
- They are richer in B vitamins, essential amino acids, folate and more
How to Use Microgreens
To feel the true health benefits, microgreens are best eaten raw and added to every meal. They can be used in:
- Smoothies & Juices
- Omelets
- Sandwiches & Wraps
- Salads
- Buddha Bowls
Or get creative and explore other ways you can use them to boost nutrients, flavour, texture & colour in any meal!
About Us
We are a "direct-to-community" urban farm micro-business, growing made to order nutrient-dense microgreens on a subscription basis. We grow our microgreens using only organic soil and filtered water. That's it! They're grown sustainably using less water, NO fertilizer and NO pesticides. We offer FREE weekly delivery within the Chemainus area only.
Why Funky Frog Microgreens?
✅ Freshness - Our microgreens are harvested the same morning they are delivered to you. They are as fresh as they can possibly be, giving you a longer shelf life to enjoy them! No long supermarket supply chains, no sitting for days in a distribution centre, delivery truck or supermarket receiving bay.
✅ Organic Practices - though not "certified" as organic, we grow in organic soil and follow organic practices. Only filtered water is added to the seedlings and soil. Nothing else. We never add fertilizers or chemicals.
✅ Zero Waste - we are striving to achieve a Zero Waste loop system. We are researching packaging options that will eliminate plastics. Also, we deliver our products on foot, by bicycle or, if necessary, in our zero-emissions Electric Vehicle. We feel strongly that our actions reflect who we are & our goal is to leave the world in a better state than the one we found.
✅ Support Local - as consumers, we support local businesses, farm stands and farmers markets first before we buy imported products at larger supermarkets. We consider ourselves "locavores" and we know that people in Chemainus feel the same about supporting local. Our product is more local than those you find in the supermarket, and at competitive prices.
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Want our fresh microgreens delivered to your doorstep every week on the same day they’re harvested? We have the growing space for 10 more customers in Chemainus who want a MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION.
HOW TO SUBSCRIBE
1. SELECT YOUR PRODUCTS:
We specialise in growing 5 varieties and 1 mix of nutrient-dense microgreens:
SUNFLOWER SHOOTS - Nutty and Crunchy
PEA SHOOTS - Fresh Summery Taste
Broccoli - Mild Tasting and Super Healthy
PURPLE KOHLRABI - Beautiful Purple Stems and just as Healthy as Broccoli
SPICY BRASSICA BLEND - a blend of Broccoli, Broccoli Raab, peppery Arugula and spicy Radish
SALAD MIX - a Mix of at least 3 Different Microgreens from above. Perfect for Packing Nutrients into your Garden Salad or Wraps.
2. SELECT PRICE AND QUANTITY:
$5 for 55 grams (+)
$10 for 125 grams (+)
Our prices are competitive with other growers in the area.
3. PAYMENT: Prepay a month at a time and cancel anytime. Advance payment can be made by cash or e-transfer at the end of the month for the next 4 weeks of orders.
4. DELIVERY: It is IMPORTANT that you leave a cooler outside your front door on Thursday mornings so we can make contactless deliveries and keep your microgreens fresh (they need to stay refrigerated to avoid wilting).
Our microgreens are harvested on Thursday mornings and delivered fresh to your door the same day. We only deliver within the Chemainus area. Deliveries are FREE and made on foot or by bike.
5. Send us a PRIVATE MESSAGE via this page if you're interested.
6. ENJOY the taste, freshness and health benefits of your microgreens.
If you know of anyone in Chemainus that would benefit from our nutritious microgreens, please feel free to share this post. If you are still undecided about microgreens or about signing up for a subscription, give us a “LIKE” and follow tips and recipes showing the many ways we incorporate microgreens into our own meals and learn about the health benefits of eating them. We look forward to hearing from you.
