Peppercress: Hobart’s Boldest Microgreen

Flavour & Versatility

Peppercress microgreens are one of the most flavour-packed options in our Hobart microgreens range. Grown locally at Little Roots Farm, peppercress delivers a bold, peppery kick that elevates every bite. With a flavour profile similar to mustard and rocket, it adds warmth and depth to both simple and sophisticated dishes.

It’s also one of the star ingredients in our signature Spicy Mix—available at Hill Street Grocer and TCM markets across southern Tasmania. Whether you’re topping a sandwich, spicing up your brunch eggs, or adding flair to gourmet meals, peppercress gives your dishes a farm-fresh punch of intensity.

Ways to Enjoy It

• Avocado toast: Add a handful of peppercress for heat and bite.
• Gourmet burgers: Replace lettuce with peppercress for a spicy twist.
• Asian dishes: Toss into rice bowls, dumplings, or stir-fries.
• Soups & broths: Use as a vibrant garnish that wakes up the palate.
• Cheese boards: Layer between crackers and soft cheese for added zing.

If you’re exploring microgreens in Hobart, peppercress is a must-try. Its versatility, nutrition, and punchy flavour make it a standout on any plate—and a favourite among chefs and home cooks alike.

Grown fresh in Tasmania. Found in Hill Street and TCM stores. Loved across Southern Tasmania.

Nasturtium Microgreens: Vibrant Heat from Hobart

Flavour & Beauty

Nasturtium microgreens are a showstopper in both taste and appearance. With their striking round leaves and fiery mustard-pepper flavour, they add instant colour and complexity to any dish. Grown fresh in Hobart by Little Roots Farm, these microgreens are as nutritious as they are beautiful, delivering high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants in every bite.

Whether you’re a home cook or a chef in Southern Tasmania, nasturtium microgreens are the perfect way to add a spicy floral note to your creations. Their boldness makes them ideal for pairing with rich meats, delicate cheeses, or even desserts that need contrast.

How to Use Nasturtium Microgreens

• Garnish: Add atop risottos, grilled fish, or eggs for a punch of flavour and visual wow.
• Salads: Mix with milder greens to balance their peppery bite.
• Canapés: Use whole leaves as a base for small bites or appetisers.
• Cocktails: Float a leaf on top of a savoury gin or botanical mix.
• Tacos & Wraps: Layer into wraps for a spicy finish.

Part of our premium chef’s range, nasturtium microgreens are now available for wholesale orders across Tasmania and feature in seasonal specials at several Hobart restaurants.

For bold colour, spicy flavour, and unbeatable freshness—try nasturtium microgreens from Little Roots Farm in Hobart, Tasmania.

Purple Kohlrabi & Radish Microgreens: Vibrance on Your Plate

Beauty & Boldness

Few microgreens catch the eye quite like our purple radish and purple kohlrabi varieties. Grown fresh at Little Roots Farm in Hobart, Tasmania, this vibrant mix of deep purples and lush greens turns any dish into a visual feast. It’s not just the colours that shine—these microgreens bring a crisp texture and bold, peppery flavour that elevate everything from salads to main courses.

Ideal for both chefs and home cooks, our purple microgreens are perfect for creating eye-catching plates that taste as good as they look. They’re a natural talking point, whether you’re plating up at a café in Southern Tasmania or hosting dinner at home.

Ways to Use Purple Microgreens

• Salads & Bowls: Add a pop of colour and spice to grain bowls or fresh salads.
• Garnish: Top off steak, fish, or veggie mains with a flash of purple for contrast and bite.
• Charcuterie Boards: Place alongside cheeses and meats for bold flavour and presentation.
• Open Sandwiches: Layer into sourdough or focaccia for a premium café-style finish.

This stunning purple mix is also featured in our seasonal offerings for Hobart’s restaurant partners and is available for wholesale. It’s one of the most loved products in our Hobart microgreens range, and it’s easy to see—and taste—why.

Fresh, local, and unforgettable—purple microgreens from Little Roots Farm bring colour and flavour to Tasmania’s plates.

Red Garnet Amaranth: A Showpiece Microgreen from Tasmania

Vibrant. Delicate. Unforgettable.

If you’re looking for a microgreen that turns heads and elevates presentation, look no further than Red Garnet Amaranth. Grown over 3–4 weeks in our indoor farm in Acton Park, Hobart, this striking microgreen boasts rich magenta stems and feather-light foliage that adds instant luxury to any plate.

At Little Roots Farm, we harvest amaranth microgreens with precision to maintain their colour, texture, and tenderness. Available for $20 per 100g, this is a premium product for chefs and food lovers who value both flavour and visual artistry. Whether you’re plating for a fine-dining restaurant or simply want to impress at home, red amaranth is the microgreen that delivers.

How to Use Red Amaranth Microgreens

• Salad Blends: Mix into green or purple microgreens for stunning contrast.
• Canapés: Use as a garnish for smoked salmon, mousse, or pâté.
• Desserts: Add a small pinch atop chocolate mousse, cheesecake, or fruit tarts.
• Cocktails: Float a few strands in clear or sparkling drinks for visual flair.
• Fine Dining Plates: Place carefully on risottos, scallops, or grilled meats to elevate colour and texture.

This variety thrives slowly—taking 3 to 4 weeks to reach harvest—making it one of the most time-intensive microgreens we grow. But the result is worth every day. Its stunning crimson colour, velvety texture, and mild earthy flavour make it a true hero of the plate.

Available in 100g packs for $20, direct from our Hobart microgreens farm. Red Garnet Amaranth is Tasmania-grown beauty in its purest form.

Purple Radish Microgreens: Bold Colour & Flavour

A Spicy Twist on Superfood Greens

Purple Radish microgreens are as stunning as they are flavourful, bringing a deep purple hue and a zesty, peppery bite to your meals. Grown locally at Little Roots Farm in Hobart, Tasmania, these microgreens develop their rich colour within 8–12 days, making them a favourite among chefs who want to create visually striking dishes with vibrant freshness.

Aside from their beauty, purple radish microgreens are packed with vitamins A, C, and E, plus antioxidants that support immunity and gut health. They are a core ingredient in our popular Spicy Mix available at Hill Street and TCM stores across Southern Tasmania.

Creative Ways to Use Purple Radish

• Breakfast bowls: Add for a colourful, spicy crunch to avocado and egg dishes.
• Wraps & tacos: Use instead of lettuce to bring bold colour and heat.
• Salads: Combine with milder greens for a vibrant, nutrient-dense mix.
• Gourmet plates: Perfect as a garnish on grilled meats, fish, or vegan dishes.
• Cheese boards: Pair with creamy cheeses for both contrast and presentation.

Grown fresh in Hobart, our purple radish microgreens are available for wholesale orders and in select retail packs across Tasmania. Experience the perfect blend of colour, spice, and freshness.

Genovese Micro Basil – The Rare Gem of Tasmania

Flavour & Story

Micro basil is a rare find in Tasmania, but we grow it exceptionally well at Little Roots Farm. Our Genovese micro basil is aromatic, tender, and deeply flavourful – a favourite among chefs and home cooks alike.

We grow and sell it in live trays to prevent browning and oxidation. This means you harvest it only when you’re ready to plate up, locking in maximum freshness, flavour, and visual impact.

Why It’s Special

• Intensely fragrant and glossy green
• Sold as live trays – not precut
• Stays fresh until harvest – no browning
• Rarely available locally – proudly grown in Tasmania

Usage Ideas

• Garnish Caprese salad or burrata
• Add to pasta dishes just before serving
• Create bright basil pesto for seafood or vegetables
• Use in desserts with strawberries and balsamic

Pro tip: Snip directly from the tray when you’re ready to serve for peak aroma and texture. You’ll never want to go back to supermarket basil again.

Availability

Available in live trays for $20/100g. Grown locally in Acton Park, TAS – direct from the farm to your plate.

Yes, even in winter. Thanks to our climate-controlled systems, we’re one of the only growers in Tasmania offering fresh, vibrant micro basil through the colder months – no imports, no wilted herbs, just local quality year-round.

Brassica Microgreens & Seared Steak Dinner

Flavour & Nutritional Power

This wholesome and flavour-packed plate combines tender slices of seared steak with sautéed greens, creamy garlic butter, and a vibrant brassica microgreens mix. Featuring cabbage, broccoli, and mustard microgreens, this blend delivers both visual appeal and a punch of peppery, earthy flavour.

Our locally grown brassica mix is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and natural compounds like sulforaphane—great for immune health and digestion. Whether you’re plating up for a dinner party or a healthy weekday meal, microgreens bring colour, crunch, and real Tasmanian freshness to your table.

Ingredients

• 200g grass-fed steak (sirloin or scotch fillet)
• 1 cup brassica microgreens (cabbage, mustard, broccoli)
• 1 cup sautéed green veg (e.g., broccolini, asparagus)
• 2 tbsp garlic butter
• Salt & cracked pepper, to taste

Serving Tips

• Top after plating: Add the microgreens just before serving to retain freshness and crunch.
• Pair with garlic butter: The creaminess of butter balances the mustardy zing of the greens.
• Use as a salad bed: Swap traditional greens for brassica microgreens beneath grilled proteins.

Grown fresh in Acton Park, Tasmania, our brassica mix is available for both home cooks and wholesale orders across Hobart. It’s a flavour-packed favourite that brings out the best in protein-rich meals and hearty winter dishes alike.

Red Russian Kale & Radish Microgreen Tacos

Flavour & Texture

Soft tortillas filled with grilled chicken, accented by the mild bitterness of Red Russian kale and the spicy crunch of radish microgreens.

Ingredients

• 6 small tortillas
• 1 cup Red Russian kale microgreens
• ½ cup radish microgreens
• 1 cup grilled chicken, sliced
• ½ cup feta cheese
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

1. Fill tortillas with the grilled chicken, microgreens, and feta cheese.
2. Drizzle with lime juice and serve.

Broccoli Microgreen & Sunflower Seed Hummus

Flavour & Texture

A smooth, creamy hummus enhanced with the slightly grassy and nutty flavors of broccoli microgreens and sunflower seeds.

Ingredients

• 1 cup chickpeas, drained
• ½ cup broccoli microgreens
• ¼ cup sunflower seeds
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Serve with crackers or veggie sticks.

Bronze Fennel & Mustard Microgreen Grilled Fish

Flavour & Texture

A delicate fish dish featuring a herbaceous blend of bronze fennel and peppery mustard microgreens that perfectly complement the grilled fish.

Ingredients

• 2 fillets white fish (e.g., barramundi or snapper)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• ½ cup bronze fennel microgreens
• ½ cup mustard microgreens
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Brush the fish with olive oil and season with salt.
2. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
3. Garnish with the microgreens and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.