Jar Sprouting Seeds

Organic seeds that grow reliably in a sprouting jar, with just water, rinsing and draining. Alfalfa, broccoli, radish, mung beans, lentils and chickpeas are all ready in two to six days.

Organic Broccoli Raab Sprouting Seeds
From £3.99
Tangy, mustardy sprouts
Sprouts in 4–5 days
Italian rapini, sprout-sized

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Organic Pea Shoots Sprouting Seeds
From £4.99
Sweet, fresh pea flavour
Jar sprouts in 2–3 days
Shoots in 10–14 days

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Organic Radish China Rose Sprouting Seeds
From £5.99
Zesty, spicy radish flavour
Pink & white stems
Sprouts in 4–6 days

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Organic Alfalfa Sprouting Seeds
From £10.49
Mild, grassy & nutty
Sprouts in 5–6 days
Classic sandwich sprout

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Organic 'Nero di Toscana' Kale Seeds
From £6.99
Mild, sweet & nutty greens
Harvest in 4–12 days
Italian cavolo nero variety

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Organic 'Radish Mix' Sprouting Seeds
From £4.75
Peppery, spicy sprouts
Sprouts in 4–6 days
Add bite to sandwiches

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Organic Mung Bean Sprouting Seeds
From £3.99
Crisp, juicy white sprouts
Ready in 3–5 days
Classic in Chinese stir-fries

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Organic Fenugreek Sprouting Seeds
From £3.99
Nutty, mild curry flavour
Sprouts in 3–5 days
Known as methi in India

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Organic Wheatgrass Seeds
From £4.99
Grassy, slightly sweet taste
Jar sprouts in 2–3 days
Grass in 7–10 days

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Organic Italian Clover Sprouting Seeds
From £4.99
Mild, sweet & crunchy
Sprouts in 5–6 days
Larger sprouts than red clover

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Organic Broccoli ‘Calabrese’ Sprouting Seeds
From £10.99
Mild, crunchy sprouts
Jar sprouts in 4–5 days
Microgreens in 8–12 days

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Organic Kohlrabi Sprouting Seeds
From £4.75
Sweet, mildly spicy bite
Jar sprouts in 4–5 days
Kin to cabbage & broccoli

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Organic Green Lentil Sprouting Seeds
From £3.99
Grassy, peppery crunch
Sprouts in 2–3 days
Great in soups & curries

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Organic Chickpeas for Sprouting
From £3.99
Nutty, earthy crunch
Sprouts in 2–3 days
Roast or add to curries

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Organic Red Lentil Sprouting Seeds
From £3.75
Mild, crisp & fresh
Sprouts in 2–3 days
Great in dals & soups

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Organic Red Adzuki Beans for Sprouting
From £3.99
Sweet, nutty & crunchy
Sprouts in 3–5 days
Staple bean in Japanese cooking

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Organic Radish (Daikon) Sprouting Seeds
From £12.99
Peppery, tingling heat
Sprouts in 4–6 days
Known as kaiware in Japan

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Organic Cabbage 'Mix' Sprouting Seeds
From £9.99
Mild, sweet cabbage flavour
Jar sprouts in 4–5 days
Adds colour to salads

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How jar sprouting works

Soak the seeds, drain them, then rinse and drain two or three times a day with the jar tilted so excess water runs out. Most of these varieties are ready in two to six days. Beans, lentils and chickpeas are best eaten with short roots, about the length of the seed, while alfalfa, clover, broccoli and radish grow longer, leafy sprouts.

Which seeds are not on this page?

Cress, rocket, mustard, basil and mizuna form a gel when wet, so they clump and spoil in a jar; grow them on a tray or mat instead. Slow growers such as beetroot, coriander, parsley and dill need soil or compost.

Tips for success

Drain very thoroughly after every rinse: standing water is the most common cause of spoiled sprouts.
Fuzzy white root hairs on radish and broccoli sprouts are normal and are not mould.
Check each product page for the soak time, as it varies from two to twelve hours.

Storing and sizes

Store unopened seeds somewhere cool, dry and dark, sealed in their pouch. Most varieties come in sizes from small packs to bulk bags, and UK orders over £50 get free delivery.

What do I need to grow jar sprouts?

A clean glass jar with a mesh or sprouting lid, fresh water and somewhere at room temperature out of direct sun. A tilted stand helps the jar drain.

How long do jar sprouts take?

Beans, lentils and chickpeas take two to four days; alfalfa, clover, broccoli and radish take four to six days.

Why can't I sprout cress or rocket in a jar?

They are mucilaginous: they form a gel when wet, clump together and spoil. Grow them on a tray or mat instead.

Can some seeds be grown more than one way?

Yes. Broccoli, radish, kale, cabbage, kohlrabi and fenugreek grow well in a jar as sprouts or on a tray as microgreens. Each product page shows the methods that suit it.