15 Best Salad Greens to Grow Indoors

Salads are a great source of fibers and these raw and fresh vegetables make for a wholesome meal! Here are 15 Best Salad Greens To Grow Indoors!

Salads make for a great and refreshing meal, plus they are easy to grow as well! These Salad Greens have a variety of benefits, for example, they help in weight loss, maintaining the cholesterol levels, and lots more! Furthermore, to be able to Grow Your Own Salad Indoors is a satisfaction in itself. Here are some of the Best Salad Greens to Grow Indoors that you must consider!

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1. Purslane

Also referred to as Nonia ki bhaji, these leafy greens are a form of weed, which are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. They can be eaten in both cooked and raw form. Mostly a part of salads, Growing Parsley Indoors is very easy. You can grow them in pots from both cuttings and seeds. Other than that, they need well-drained soil and a good amount of sun.

2. Celery

 

A popular low-calorie vegetable for reducing weight and improving digestive health. Growing it in pots is not only possible, but celery grown in containers can be easily transported from place to place, to ensure an ideal temperature. This crunchy salad green requires a consistent dose of water to stay healthy. Other than using organic fertilizer and maintaining the temperature below 23 degrees Celsius, there is nothing you have to do but wait for those tasty stalks to mature!

3. Kale

 

Health freaks’ most loved leafy green, kale is used to add color, texture, and nutrition to meals. Its thick, dark-green leaves are full of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Sometimes, referred to as Karamsaag, it’s elementary to grow indoors and doesn’t need much space. In fact, you can ensure a fresh supply of these delicious greens all year long by growing kale indoors. Just make sure not to get the soil too dry or too wet, and your kale plants get indirect sunlight every day.

4. Mustard Greens

Though not an appealing option for children, mustard green is one of the healthiest foods you can put on your plate. Its attractive red or green leaves, and delicious succulent stems make it suitable as a core ingredient for any recipe that calls for taste and low calories. Surprisingly, Sarson ka saag or Mustard greens are super tolerant of frost and heat, and remarkably easy to grow indoors.

5. Arugula

 

 

Also known by the name rocket or roquette, arugula carries a peppery, rich flavor that can be used to spice up a light salad or garnish a pizza. This popular green features tiny, flat, and fuzzy leaves, rich in vitamin K and vitamin B complex. Growing arugula in pots is not that big a task. Make sure to use a good organic potting soil and keep it moist but not wet. Arugula performs well in warmer temperatures.

6. Collard Green

A cruciferous vegetable, related to kale, is famous for its crunchy texture and bitter taste. It is often a part of various Easy Green Salad Recipes. Collard greens perform well in containers as long as you place them in full sunlight (6-8 hours) daily. Don’t forget to move the container indoors to a shaded spot during midday if you are planting during summer. This salad green doesn’t grow as well in winter.

7. nasturtium

 

With colorful, profuse blooms, the nasturtium or Jalkumbhi plant paints a pretty picture. This seemingly delicate salad green is a born survivor and thrives on neglect. As long as you place it in full sun and supply a daily dose of water, it stays healthy and glowing. Its edible leaves are quick to harvest and adds a spicy tinge to salads and sandwiches.

8. Lettuce

This crispy salad ‘Patta’ contains loads of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, making it perfect for people who have kidney problems and nervous disorders. Growing lettuce in pots is a great way to harvest the fresh, peppery leaves in no time. One small consideration is the space factor as Lettuce needs lots of room for its roots, but you can easily grow the looseleaf and romaine varieties in 6-12 inch pots. It needs a consistent supply of water as well, and a nitrogen-rich planting medium to show vigorous growth.

9. Sorrel

Ambad bhaji in India is a tangy and healthy leafy green. With little maintenance, you can enjoy its nutritious health benefits! Sorrel is not a great candidate for container gardening, mainly because it needs extra room to grow and is slightly fussy about watering, but if you keep the soil well-drained and sow the seeds 6-inches apart, it’s sure to give a healthy harvest in no time!

10. Yarrow

This versatile herb is a good candidate for container culture, and since it’s a flower, you can use it for ornamental purposes as well. It has potent anti-bacterial properties and pairs well with mint in beverages like tea. When growing yarrow in containers, ensure the soil is moderately warm and dry. Also, space the plants a few inches apart and thin out whenever they get mature.

11. Spinach

Spinach or Palak is jam-packed with vitamins and minerals. Its dark green leaves contain an abundance of iron, micronutrients, and carotenoids that delay muscular degeneration improves vision, and minimize the effects of stress on health. The rich, hearty flavor of spinach lends itself to salads. Growing Spinach Indoors or in a container is a smart way to thwart pest infestation. As a cool-season crop, it can tolerate temperature up to 26 degrees Celcius and needs potting soil of neutral pH to develop its full quality.

12. Malabar Spinach

A tropical vine with foliage and taste resembling that of the spinach, it is also called Poi ki Bhaji in India. This bhaji has uses in both cooked and raw form. A good source of iron, Malabar spinach, can be useful in treating hemoglobin deficiencies. It is easy to grow them indoors, remember to provide soil rich in organic matter, adequate water supply, and full sun.

13. Cabbage

Cabbage or Patta gobhi, apart from being cooked as a vegetable, makes for great salad greens. It is packed with nutrients and can easily grow indoors. Just make sure not to crowd them. Moreover, use a soil rich in organic matter and water frequently. Cabbages are heavy feeders, so provide them with manure at small intervals.

14. Dill

Enriched with various minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium, Sua, or Shepu ki bhaji, is helpful in digestion, diabetes, and inducing sleep. Growing Salad Leaves Indoor is very easy. Plant the seeds deep and at a distance from each other and make sure to use well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Moreover, Dill thrives well in average temperature.

Check out this article to know more about Growing Dill Indoors.

15. Amaranthus

Cholai ki bhaji is one of the favorites of India. They are rich in protein and are very easy to grow. These greens do well in warm climates and require a porous, well-draining soil. They are drought and heat resistant; thus, water only when they are dry.