🌱 Why Filtered Water Matters for Growing Microgreens: The Secret to Healthier, Cleaner Greens

At Farmer's Microgreens, we take pride in growing nutrient-dense, soil-grown microgreens that are as fresh and clean as they are flavorful. But there's one crucial part of our growing process that often goes unnoticed—the water we use.

Water may seem simple, but it’s one of the most important ingredients in growing high-quality microgreens. That’s why we use a Whole Water Filtration System with multi-stage purification to ensure the cleanest, safest water possible for every tray we grow.

🚰 What’s in Tap Water? More Than You Think

Standard city tap water is treated for human safety, but that doesn’t make it ideal for plants—especially sensitive, fast-growing crops like microgreens. Tap water can contain:

Chlorine and chloramine, which kill bacteria—including the beneficial microbes in our soil.

Heavy metals like lead and arsenic that may accumulate in plant tissue.

PFAS (forever chemicals) linked to health issues and environmental toxicity.

Hard water minerals that lead to salt buildup and nutrient imbalance in soil.

For soil-based growers like us, these elements can compromise both plant health and food purity.

💧 What Our Water Filter Removes (and Why It Matters)

To eliminate these risks, we use a multi-stage Whole Water Filtration System designed for ultimate protection. It features:

Top-tier heavy metal filters to reduce lead, arsenic, and other contaminants

Anti-scale filtration to prevent mineral buildup

Chloramine and chlorine removal for a safer, microbe-friendly soil environment

PFAS reduction for cleaner, safer food

This system doesn't just improve the water—it protects the integrity of everything we grow.

🌿 Better Water = Better Microgreens

At Farmer’s Microgreens, we’ve seen firsthand how filtered water improves our crops. Here's what we’ve noticed:

✅ Stronger, more consistent growth

✅ Healthier soil microbiology

✅ Cleaner taste—no chemical aftertaste

✅ Improved root development and germination rates

✅ Peace of mind for us—and our customers

Our microgreens are harvested young, within 14-21 days, meaning any chemicals in the water have a direct impact on the food you eat. Clean water helps ensure every bite is as safe and natural as it is delicious.

🧑‍🌾 Why We Care

We started Farmer's Microgreens with a simple goal: to grow fresh, nutrient-packed greens we’d be proud to serve our families. Using soil-based methods allows us to grow naturally and sustainably. But to truly grow clean food, the water must be just as clean as the soil.

That’s why we invested in a multi-stage whole water filtration system—and we wouldn’t grow without it.

🌾 Final Thoughts

When you think about growing microgreens, think beyond seeds and sunlight. Water quality is everything.

Whether you're a home grower or a microgreen enthusiast, upgrading your water source can dramatically impact the health, safety, and taste of your greens. At Farmer’s Microgreens, we believe that clean inputs equal clean food—and that starts with the water.

💧 One more thing... be sure to rate this post & add your comments below. Have ideas or questions - post those too so I can make sure these posts are helpful.

***Watch for future blog posts with helpful tips, easy recipes, and spotlights on local chefs with how they are using microgreens!

Like us on Facebook and Instagram!