Pepper Cress Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Pepper Cress grows nearly anywhere, but it prefers rich, moist, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Since it is a cool weather plant and excess heat tends to give the leaves a bitter taste, it should be grown in the spring and fall in most areas. After the last spring frost or in late summer, direct sow the seeds 1/4" deep in rows 6" apart, thinning to 3-6" apart when the seedlings appear. If planning to harvest cress at a small size, the plants can be spaced 2-3" apart. Keep the ground moist for the best growth. For a continuous harvest, sow a new crop every 10 days. Cress also grows well indoors for sprouting, since it does not need soil for germination.
Growing: Weed control and sufficient moisture are crucial to the healthy growth of cress. Since it has shallow roots, take care not to disturb them when removing weeds. A layer of mulch often helps conserve moisture and control weeds.
Harvesting: Cress can be harvested at any size, from micro greens up to a height of 6". If part of the stem is left above ground level, new leaves will grow. The leaves should only be used fresh, since they do not dry or freeze well.
Seed Saving: Cress reseeds itself readily if left alone after flowering, but the seeds can easily be gathered. Soon after blooming, the flowers will begin to fade and the seed pods will develop. Wait until most of the pods ripen to a light brown before picking the whole cluster of pods. Since the pods will split open and drop their seeds when fully ripe, watch them carefully. Spread the heads out in a protected location away from direct sunlight to dry fully, then thresh out the seed. Store in a cool, dry place for 2-3 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Garden Cress, Garden Pepper Cress, Pepperwort, Pepper Grass, Poor Man's Pepper
Latin Name: Lepidium sativum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 20,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Very pleased
Everwilde has top quality product and excellent customer service. I was very impressed by how quickly customer service responded to my questions. We received our product very quickly. We are very satisfied by Everwilde.
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Order was processed and delivered very quickly. Email notification.
Seed packet was perfect to reseal and keep seeds for future use.
Seeds germinated I think 100% the ones I planted outside.
Trying a batch inside now.
Will be ordering on a regular basis and checking out other seeds from this Company
Bought as a gift
I bought these seeds to give as a gift for a person that takes good care of me while I am laid up.
Customer service was great Sipping was fast! I bought these seeds at the recommendation of several videos I watched on youtube. The said Everwylde Farms is the best place to buy quality seeds.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Pepper Cress grows nearly anywhere, but it prefers rich, moist, well drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Since it is a cool weather plant and excess heat tends to give the leaves a bitter taste, it should be grown in the spring and fall in most areas. After the last spring frost or in late summer, direct sow the seeds 1/4" deep in rows 6" apart, thinning to 3-6" apart when the seedlings appear. If planning to harvest cress at a small size, the plants can be spaced 2-3" apart. Keep the ground moist for the best growth. For a continuous harvest, sow a new crop every 10 days. Cress also grows well indoors for sprouting, since it does not need soil for germination.
Growing: Weed control and sufficient moisture are crucial to the healthy growth of cress. Since it has shallow roots, take care not to disturb them when removing weeds. A layer of mulch often helps conserve moisture and control weeds.
Harvesting: Cress can be harvested at any size, from micro greens up to a height of 6". If part of the stem is left above ground level, new leaves will grow. The leaves should only be used fresh, since they do not dry or freeze well.
Seed Saving: Cress reseeds itself readily if left alone after flowering, but the seeds can easily be gathered. Soon after blooming, the flowers will begin to fade and the seed pods will develop. Wait until most of the pods ripen to a light brown before picking the whole cluster of pods. Since the pods will split open and drop their seeds when fully ripe, watch them carefully. Spread the heads out in a protected location away from direct sunlight to dry fully, then thresh out the seed. Store in a cool, dry place for 2-3 years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Garden Cress, Garden Pepper Cress, Pepperwort, Pepper Grass, Poor Man's Pepper
Latin Name: Lepidium sativum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 20,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Reviews
Review
Very pleased
Everwilde has top quality product and excellent customer service. I was very impressed by how quickly customer service responded to my questions. We received our product very quickly. We are very satisfied by Everwilde.
Review
Happy Gardening
Order was processed and delivered very quickly. Email notification.
Seed packet was perfect to reseal and keep seeds for future use.
Seeds germinated I think 100% the ones I planted outside.
Trying a batch inside now.
Will be ordering on a regular basis and checking out other seeds from this Company
Review
Bought as a gift
I bought these seeds to give as a gift for a person that takes good care of me while I am laid up.
Customer service was great Sipping was fast! I bought these seeds at the recommendation of several videos I watched on youtube. The said Everwylde Farms is the best place to buy quality seeds.