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Garden Cress - Curled - 250 seeds
Garden Cress - Curled - 250 seeds
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Curled garden cress, also known as peppergrass or garden peppergrass, is a fast-growing, cool season annual herb that is commonly used as a spicy addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. It belongs to the mustard family and is closely related to watercress and arugula. Curled garden cress has small, curly, dark green leaves that have a peppery taste, and it can grow up to 12 inches tall. It prefers moist soil and partial to full sun exposure, and can be grown both indoors and outdoors. Curled garden cress is high in vitamins A and C, as well as calcium and iron. It is easy to grow and is often used as a microgreen, as it can be harvested in as little as two weeks after sowing.
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Sowing and Growing Guide
Curled Garden Cress
Indoor Sowing
- Sow curled garden cress seeds indoors any time of year.
- Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 60-70°F.
- Seedlings should emerge in 2-3 days.
- Harvest the cress when it is 2-3 inches tall.
Outdoor Sowing
- Sow curled garden cress seeds outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked.
- 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 6-8 inches apart.
- Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
- Harvest the cress when it is 2-3 inches tall.
Growing
- Curled garden cress prefers well-draining soil and a sunny location.
- Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Curled garden cress grows quickly and can be harvested in as little as 2 weeks.
- Harvest the cress by snipping the stems just above the soil level.