200+ Organic Curly Cress Peppergrass Seeds-Lepidium sativum- Non GMO-Rapidly growing, frilly leaves-G070
200+ Organic Curly Cress Peppergrass Seeds-Lepidium sativum- Non GMO-Rapidly growing, frilly leaves-G070
Description:
Fast-growing, frilly leaves leap out of the ground. A little cress really spices up a salad or sandwich. Plant a small amount of Curly Cress Peppergrass seeds frequently or grow indoors as microgreens in nearly any size of container. Curly Cress is a good seed to use in classroom settings because of its super sonic growth rate. The taste is mildly spicy and not too dissimilar to black pepper. It is a relative of both Watercress and the mustard family, and boasts a similar flavour profile. Cress is an incredibly rich source of vitamin C and K. Timing Seed every three weeks from March to September for a continuous harvest. Provide frost protection with a cloche or heavy row cover starting in late October, and many mesclun types and mixes will continue to grow all winter.
Growing: Starting Plant in a block or in a wide row. Sprinkle the seeds evenly over prepared, moist soil. Try to space seeds about 1cm (½”) apart. Cover lightly with soil, and firm them in. Four grams of seed will plant a 12m (40′) row that is 7cm (3″) wide, so don’t plant the whole packet at once. For container growing, choose containers that are at least 10cm (4″) deep. Wider is better. The most common mistake is over-planting. Growing Moderately fertile soil – particularly if you’re planning mutliple harvests. Dig in 1 cup of complete organic fertilizer for every 3m (10′) of row. For containers, use peat or coir based mix with compost added. Water regularly. If growth slows after harvest, use a bit of kelp or fish based fertilizer to provide a boost of nutrition for the next growth spurt. Harvest There are two methods of gathering salad greens.
Season: Annual
USDA Zones: 2 - 9
Height: 4 - 10
Bloom Period: Spring and summer
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Evenly moist, pH 6 - 6.8
Temperature: 45 - 70 F (7-21 C)
Germ Period: 5 - 10 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/4 inch Sowing Rate: 1 seed per inch
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: Rows 8 - 10 inches a part