From Seasonal Bounty to Year-Round Wellness:

Growing 3-5 Plant Salad Combos Indoors Using the Kratky Method

The power of plants to support health and wellness goes far beyond seasonal harvests. With the right approach, such as the Kratky method of indoor hydroponic growing, even small spaces can yield a steady stream of nutritious, flavorful, healing greens all year long. By grouping plants from our seed list into rotating salad combinations of 3 to 5 varieties, you can turn your salad bowl into a wellness powerhouse—one that grows easily on a windowsill or shelf. We will update this list as we add more seeds to our availability. 

The Kratky Advantage

The Kratky method is a passive hydroponic system that doesn’t require pumps or electricity. With just a container, water, nutrients, and light, it’s a low-maintenance and low-cost way to grow indoors—perfect for beginners and ideal for small-space growing.

🌿 Year-Round Wellness Salad Combos

Each group of 3–5 plants below grows quickly, allows repeat harvesting, and delivers unique health benefits. Rotate between them to keep your body nourished and your taste buds delighted.

🥗 Combo 1: Immune-Boosting Greens

• Arugula – High in Vitamin C and antioxidants; aids digestion and reduces inflammation.
  
  
• Bee Balm (Leaves) – Antimicrobial and digestive aid; adds a minty twist.
  
  
• Dandelion Greens – Liver detoxifier, rich in calcium, iron, and vitamin K.
  
  
• Chives – Supports heart health and is rich in flavonoids.
  
  
• Red Salad Bowl Lettuce – Tender leaves high in antioxidants and anthocyanins.
  
  

Flavour: Peppery, fresh, slightly bitter.
Best For: Immune support, digestion, and early spring energy.

🥗 Combo 2: Anti-Inflammatory & Gut-Soothing Salad

• Cilantro – Natural heavy metal detoxifier and digestive aid.
  
  
• Chicory – Prebiotic fiber; supports healthy gut flora.
  
  
• Mint or Peppermint – Eases bloating and supports respiratory wellness.
  
  
• Red Rubin Basil – Antibacterial and rich in anthocyanins.
  
  
• Spinach Bloomsdale – Packed with folate, iron, and antioxidants.
  
  

Flavour: Bright, aromatic, and cooling.
Best For: Gut health, reducing inflammation, and detoxing.

🥗 Combo 3: Heart & Brain Power Bowl

• Lettuce Buttercrunch – Crisp and high in folate and fiber.
  
  
• Broccoli Calabrese (young leaves or microgreens) – Brain-protective sulforaphane and Vitamin K.
  
  
• Holy Basil – Adaptogenic herb, stress-reducing and cognitive-supportive.
  
  
• Parsley Dark Green Italian – Cardiovascular support, high in Vitamin C and K.
  
  
• Oregano – Powerful antioxidant and antibacterial.
  
  

Flavour: Fresh and earthy with an herbal kick.
Best For: Mental clarity, cardiovascular strength, and stress management.

🥗 Combo 4: Energy-Boost & Blood Sugar Balance

• Lamb's Quarters – Wild supergreen rich in calcium and magnesium.
  
  
• Ruby Red Swiss Chard – Regulates blood sugar and full of antioxidants.
  
  
• Radish Early Scarlet Globe (leaves & roots) – Natural cleanser and detoxifier.
  
  
• Carrot Nantes Coreless (greens & roots) – Supports eye health and energy.
  
  
• Borage (young leaves) – Adrenal support and skin-nourishing.
  
  

Flavour: Earthy, slightly bitter, and vibrant.
Best For: Balanced energy, sugar metabolism, and stamina.

🥗 Combo 5: Mood-Lifting & Skin-Loving Mix

• Calendula Pacific Beauty Mix (petals) – Anti-inflammatory and skin-healing.
  
  
• Sweet Basil – Boosts serotonin and helps reduce anxiety.
  
  
• Thyme – Supports respiratory wellness and mental focus.
  
  
• Lettuce Parris Island Cos – Great source of folate and iron.
  
  
• Echinacea Purple Coneflower (young leaves/flowers) – Immune-boosting.
  
  

Flavour: Floral, sweet, and slightly peppery.
Best For: Mood balance, skin clarity, and immune strengthening.

🌱 Quick-Grow & Cut-and-Come-Again Champions

The best plants for continuous indoor harvest using the Kratky method include:

• Leafy greens: Arugula, lettuce (all types), spinach, lamb's quarters, dandelion
  
  
• Herbs: Basil, mint, oregano, thyme, chives, cilantro, parsley
  
  
• Wild greens: Curly dock, plantain, mallow
  
  
• Edible flowers: Calendula, bee balm, borage
  
  

Harvest outer leaves regularly and allow the center to keep growing. Most will regenerate within days.

🏡 Growing in Small Spaces

We've designed our own easy-to-use growing containers made from recycled, food-safe materials—perfect for window sills or small tables in a sunny spot. These containers are ideal for small-space growers using the Kratky method and are tailored for fast-growing, nutrient-dense plants. We provide everything you need to get started, including the container setup, growing medium, and seeds, along with education and ongoing support to help you grow your own fresh, flavorful greens and herbs year-round.

🌟 Conclusion: Wellness Is Always in Season

By mixing the wisdom of herbal and vegetable medicine with the science of hydroponic indoor growing, you create a self-sustaining source of nourishment and healing. With just 3 to 5 carefully chosen plants per batch, you transform your salad from simple food into powerful wellness medicine—all grown from your own space.