Chia seeds are a nutritional goldmine — high in omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, protein, and antioxidants. They support heart health, digestion, and energy levels. Growing them at home provides a steady, organic supply for smoothies, baking, and more.

Key Features & Benefits

• Nutrient-rich: omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, protein, and antioxidants

• Supports digestion, energy levels, and heart health

• Open-pollinated seeds, easy to grow at home

• Low glycemic index with traditional applications for memory, gut support, and blood pressure management

Growing Information

• Botanical name: Salvia hispanica

• Seed type: Open pollinated

• Planting time: Late spring to early summer

• Plant method: Direct sow

• Estimated days to germination: 10–14

• Ideal planting exposure: Full sun (6+ hours per day)

• Ideal growth temperature: 18–30 °C

• Plant spacing between rows: 25–30 cm

• Plant spacing in rows: 40–50 cm

• Plant depth: 2 mm

• Estimated days to maturity: 100–120

• Seeds per gram: ±160

Uses

Smoothies, oats, yoghurt, baking, chia pudding, energy gels, crackers, drinks, and bread.