Learn how to growcress step-by-step—planting, care through the season, and harvest—your complete guide to growingcress! · Gardencress prefers cool, moist conditions and does not tolerate extreme heat or drought well. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it adaptable to various light conditions. When grown outdoors, it is best planted in early spring or autumn to avoid the hottest part of the year. Cress is best planted in fertile soil with a pH between 6.0-6.8. Make sure the soil is rich in compost and well-draining. Watercress requires consistently wet soil to thrive, but can also be grown hydroponically — a shallow tray of water will do for these early-harvested greens. · Discover how to grow and harvest gardencress with our comprehensive guide. From soil preparation to recipes, learn everything you need to know about this nutritious microgreen. · In this blog post, we’ll be sharing our expert tips and tricks on how to growgardencress like a pro. From sowing the seeds to harvesting the perfect crop, we’ll cover everything you need to know to get started. · Whether you’re growinggardencress for its peppery flavor or experimenting with watercress for a crisp, watery bite, this versatile plant can thrive in your garden, on a windowsill, or in containers. Rows should be about 3-4 inches apart. Once seedlings have emerged, thin plants to 8-12 inches apart. Re-sow seeds every 2 weeks for a continuous supply of fresh leaves. Plant seeds 1⁄4 inch deep. Gardencress does not tolerate frost so plant near the frost free date for your area.
