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Versatile cress for garden and windowsill
cress seeds are a classic choice for anyone who enjoys fresh, aromatic greenery from a compact plant. This vegetable sprouting variety is commonly known as garden cress seed and develops fine, bright green foliage with a neat, upright habit. Mature plants can reach around 40 cm, making it suitable for small beds, containers, or a sunny spot indoors. As a member of the mustard family herb seeds group, cress is valued for its distinctive, peppery character and quick, reliable performance.
Plant characteristics and everyday growing settings
These Lepidium sativum seeds are widely used as sprouting cress seeds and for fast germinating microgreens, offering a simple way to add fresh green texture to your kitchen routine. They also work well as direct sow vegetable seeds outdoors when conditions are suitable. For cress seeds for windowsill growing, provide good light and a bright position; outdoors, choose a sunny location. This is a practical option for year round indoor growing seeds when you want a compact, easy-to-manage crop with consistent leaf production.
Flavor profile and culinary use ideas
Cress is grown for its tender leaves and stems, which bring a fresh, pleasantly pungent taste to everyday dishes. Use it as a finishing touch on sandwiches, salads, soups, and egg dishes, or as a simple garnish where you want a mild mustard-like kick. If you are looking for fast germinating cress seeds with a familiar, traditional kitchen-garden character, this variety fits well in both indoor and outdoor setups without requiring much space.
Cress Seeds Lepidium Sativum 500g Vegetable Sprouting Variety
Botanical Name:
Lepidium sativumIn stock
€19,95
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approx. 200000 seeds | approx. 500 GRAMMix different seeds
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Lifespan / Lifecycle Annual -
Organic No -
Planting Method Direct Sow + Indoor Start -
Planting Period Apr + Aug + Dec + Feb + Jan + Jul + Jun + Mar + May + Nov + Oct + Sep -
Peak Season Apr + Aug + Dec + Feb + Jan + Jul + Jun + Mar + May + Nov + Oct + Sep -
Full Growth Height 30 - 50 cm -
Sun / Light Requirements Full Sun -
Spacing / Planting Width 30 - 45 cm -
Soil Type / Requirements Well Draining -
Hardiness / Growing Zone Average Climates + Colder Climates + Maritime Climates + Warm Climates -
Water Needs High -
Days to Germination < 14 days
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Versatile cress for garden and windowsill
cress seeds are a classic choice for anyone who enjoys fresh, aromatic greenery from a compact plant. This vegetable sprouting variety is commonly known as garden cress seed and develops fine, bright green foliage with a neat, upright habit. Mature plants can reach around 40 cm, making it suitable for small beds, containers, or a sunny spot indoors. As a member of the mustard family herb seeds group, cress is valued for its distinctive, peppery character and quick, reliable performance.
Plant characteristics and everyday growing settings
These Lepidium sativum seeds are widely used as sprouting cress seeds and for fast germinating microgreens, offering a simple way to add fresh green texture to your kitchen routine. They also work well as direct sow vegetable seeds outdoors when conditions are suitable. For cress seeds for windowsill growing, provide good light and a bright position; outdoors, choose a sunny location. This is a practical option for year round indoor growing seeds when you want a compact, easy-to-manage crop with consistent leaf production.
Flavor profile and culinary use ideas
Cress is grown for its tender leaves and stems, which bring a fresh, pleasantly pungent taste to everyday dishes. Use it as a finishing touch on sandwiches, salads, soups, and egg dishes, or as a simple garnish where you want a mild mustard-like kick. If you are looking for fast germinating cress seeds with a familiar, traditional kitchen-garden character, this variety fits well in both indoor and outdoor setups without requiring much space.
