Plain/Curled/Common Cress Seeds - Crisp and Peppery Greens for Salads and Garnishes

Growing Information :

Key Attributes:

Product Name                  : Cress - Plain/Curled/Common
Quantity                            : 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack
Mature Height                  : 4-6 inches (10-15 cm)
Light Requirements          : Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements            : Moist, well-drained soil; pH 6.0-7.0
Uses                                   : Salads, sandwiches, garnishes, and microgreens

Product Details:

Germinate Rate               : High
Seeds Freshness               : New, ensuring optimal germination
Origin                                : Sustainably sourced
Shelf Life                           : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

Soak Seeds (Optional): For faster germination, soak seeds in water for 2-4 hours.

Sowing:

Direct Sowing:

Indoors: Start seeds indoors year-round in trays or pots.
Outdoors: Sow seeds directly into the garden in early spring or fall.
Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Spacing: Space seeds about 1 inch apart in rows 6 inches apart.

Germination:

Temperature: Optimal soil temperature for germination is 50-70°F (10-21°C).
Time: Seeds will germinate in 3-7 days under ideal conditions.
Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Transplanting:

Indoors to Outdoors: Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 2-3 inches tall and all danger of frost has passed.
Spacing: Space transplants about 2-3 inches apart to allow for growth.

Care and Maintenance:

Watering: Regular watering is essential to keep the soil moist.
Thinning: Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding and ensure good air circulation.
Weeding: Keep the planting area free of weeds to reduce competition for nutrients and water.
Harvesting: Harvest cress when leaves are young and tender, usually about 2-3 weeks after sowing. Cut the leaves with scissors, leaving the base to regrow.

Happy gardening!