Cress – Seeds (Lepidium sativum)

Garden Cress is one of the fastest and easiest crops to grow, producing a fresh, peppery flavour that livens up salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Perfect for windowsills, kitchen counters, or garden beds, it grows all year round and is ready to harvest in just a few days.

A must-have for quick, nutritious greens packed with vitamins and minerals.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors/outdoors: Year-round

• Sowing depth: Scatter thinly on moist soil or cotton wool

• Spacing: No thinning required

• Position: Sunny windowsill or light shade outdoors

• Care: Keep soil moist for continuous germination

Key Features

• Ready to harvest in as little as 7 days

• Spicy, peppery flavour – great for salads & sandwiches

• Can be grown indoors all year round

• Extremely easy and reliable – ideal for children & beginners

• Packed with nutrients and antioxidants

Harvest

• Harvesting period: 7–21 days after sowing

• Snip with scissors when leaves are about 5 cm tall.

Short Tip

For a continuous supply, sow small batches every few days.