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Garden Cress - American Land - 100 seeds
Garden Cress - American Land - 100 seeds
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American land cress, also known as winter cress or creasy greens, is a leafy green vegetable that is native to North America. It is a member of the mustard family and has a flavour that is similar to watercress, with a slightly peppery and tangy taste. American land cress is a cool season crop that can be grown in both spring and fall, and is often used as a substitute for watercress in recipes. The plant grows to a height of 8-12 inches and has small, dark green leaves that form a rosette close to the ground. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure. American land cress is easy to grow and is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as iron and calcium. It can be eaten raw in salads or used in soups, stews, and other dishes.
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Planting Guide
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Sowing and Growing Guide
American Land Garden Cress
Indoor Sowing
- Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date.
- Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 60-65°F.
- Seedlings should emerge in 5-10 days.
- Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 3-4 inches tall.
Outdoor Sowing
- Sow seeds directly into the garden 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost date.
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1-2 inches apart in rows spaced 6-12 inches apart.
- Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
- Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall, leaving 6-12 inches between plants.
Growing
- American Land Garden Cress prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Harvest leaves when they are 2-3 inches long and have a slightly peppery flavor.
- Leaves can be harvested throughout the growing season, but flavor is best when plants are young.
- Can be grown as a cut-and-come-again crop, or harvested all at once.