Organic garden cress
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Garden cress (Lepidium sativum), offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol
Garden cress is an ultra-fast growing leafy green , prized for its peppery, tangy flavor . Perfect for adding a kick to salads, sandwiches, and open-faced sandwiches , it's one of the quickest leafy vegetables to produce.
Cold-tolerant and very easy to grow, it is ideal for frequent sowing , even at the beginning or end of the season.
Type: Annual leafy vegetable
Plant habit: Low, dense
Quantity per pack: 500 seeds
Maturity: Approximately 10 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Uses: Salads, garnishes
Companion plants: Lettuce, spinach, radish
Negative plants: Other brassicas (rotation recommended)
Farming method
Sow directly outdoors throughout the season , in successive sowings every 1 to 2 weeks . Tolerates frost. Harvest young for a tender texture and vibrant flavor.
