Cress Growing Guide
Lepidium sativum
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Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous ●
Soil
Almost any soil type.
Position
Most locations.
Frost tolerant
Yes, tolerates mild frosts.
Feeding
Not required.
Spacing
Single Plants: 10cm (3") each way (minimum)
Rows: 10cm (3") with 10cm (3") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow direct into the soil from early spring onwards or indoors during winter.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
An easy salad crop to grow.
Harvesting
Harvest as required while seedlings are still small.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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