Maple Peas Microgreen & Sprouting Seeds - Umuthi Botanicals

Umuthi Maple Peas Sprouting Seeds are round, brown-dappled seeds used to grow unusual pea sprouts at home. Also known as Carlin Peas, they can be grown in either light or dark conditions, giving sprouters flexibility and a more interesting growing experience. When grown completely in the dark, the sprouts develop the look and taste of thin yellow asparagus. These natural, untreated, non-GMO seeds are a distinctive option for salads, savoury dishes, fresh garnishes, and sprouting experiments.

♡ Why we love it: Maple peas are a fun sprouting seed for customers who want something a little different. The option to grow them in the dark for pale, asparagus-like sprouts makes them especially interesting for adventurous home sprouters.

Key Properties

• Also Known As: Carlin Peas
• Seed Type: Sprouting seed
• Seed Profile: Round, brown-dappled seed
• Natural and untreated
• Non-GMO
• Vacuum packed for freshness
• Germination: 3-6 days depending on growing conditions
• Growing Style: Can be grown in light or dark conditions
• Dark-Grown Sprout Profile: Thin yellow asparagus-like appearance and taste
• Suitable For: Sprouting, salads, savoury dishes, fresh garnishes, and sprouting experiments
• Nutritional Profile: Source of protein, dietary fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and manganese

What It's Used For

• Growing maple pea sprouts at home
• Growing pale sprouts in darkness for an asparagus-like profile
• Adding pea sprouts to salads and savoury dishes
• Using as a fresh garnish for bowls and plates
• Trying a more unusual sprouting seed
• Creating fresh sprout harvests within a few days

Who It's For

This Product Is For:

• Home sprouters wanting something unusual
• Customers who enjoy pea-style sprouts
• Adventurous cooks and garnish makers
• Sprouters experimenting with light and dark growing methods

This Product Is Not For:

• Customers wanting pre-grown pea shoots
• Those looking for a spicy or peppery sprout
• Growing mature garden peas where dedicated garden seed is preferred
• Use without proper soaking, rinsing, and drainage

How To Use

• Add seeds to a clean sprouting jar, tray, or suitable sprouting setup.
• Soak and rinse according to your preferred method.
• Drain thoroughly after each rinse.
• Grow in light or dark conditions depending on the sprout style you want.
• Continue rinsing and draining until sprouts are ready.
• Harvest once the sprouts have the desired texture and flavour.
• Processing Tip: For the pale asparagus-like profile, grow completely in the dark.

Safety Instructions

• Use clean sprouting equipment and fresh water
• Rinse and drain thoroughly during sprouting
• Do not leave sprouts sitting in stagnant water
• Discard any batch that smells off, becomes slimy, or shows unusual mould growth
• Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place
• Keep out of reach of young children unless supervised

FAQs

Q: Why are Maple Peas considered unusual sprouting seeds?
A: They can be grown in light or dark conditions, and dark-grown sprouts can look and taste like thin yellow asparagus.