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Cress Curled Herb Seeds
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Cress Curled Herb Seeds

$9.99$34.99

  • Grow as microgreens or as a herb.
  • Add a peppery flavour to your dish.
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HERB ‘Cress’ Seeds

Botanical Name: Lepidium sativum

Cress is a fast-growing annual herb known for its peppery flavor and crisp texture. This versatile herb can be grown both as a microgreen and as a mature plant. Cress is ideal for adding a zesty touch to salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Its small, delicate leaves make it a popular choice for culinary use and quick home gardening.

Plant Type: Annual herb, suitable for cool and semi-shaded areas.

Plant Height: Grows up to 15 – 30 cm when fully mature.

Sow When:

  • Temperate: All year round
  • Subtropical: All year round
  • Tropical: All year round
  • Arid: April – All year round
  • Cool: All year round
  • All year round, indoors.

Germination: Seeds germinate best when soil temperatures are between 10°C and 20°C. Germination is fast, taking 5 – 7 days.

Depth: Sow seeds approximately 2 – 3 mm deep in the soil.

Position: Thrives in cool, semi-shaded spots with moist, well-drained soil.

Sow Where: Directly into garden beds, containers, or as a microgreen in trays.

Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

Spacing: Space plants approximately 15 cm apart for proper growth.

Harvest (Herb): Leaves can be harvested within 15 – 20 days for microgreens, or 40 – 50 days for full-sized plants.

Growing Instructions (Microgreens)

  • Do not pre-soak seeds.
  • Use approximately 10 grams of seeds for a 30 x 35 cm growing tray.
  • Add 2 – 3 cm of soil to the tray. Flatten soil and moisten before sowing.
  • Sprinkle seeds evenly over the soil surface and lightly water.
  • Cover seeds with a growing tray and store in a well-ventilated, dark spot.
  • Water 1 – 2 times daily during germination. Germination time is 5 – 7 days.
  • After germination, remove the top tray and expose the plants to direct sunlight. Continue watering twice daily.

Harvest (Microgreens): 10 – 15 days after sowing. Cut microgreens 1-2 cm above the soil.

Sowing Period for Cress Curled

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Arid
Cool
Sub-Tropical
Temperate
Tropical

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Product Specifications

  • Botanical name: Lepidium sativum.
  • Non-GMO seeds.
  • No chemical treatment.
  • Open pollinated.
  • Heirloom variety.
  • Seed count: Approx. 450 per gram.
  • We do not ship to Tasmania due to quarantine restrictions.