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Cress

Species- Persian Cress

Cress

DAYS TO GERMINATION:
2-5 days at 55-65°F (13-18°C)

SOWING:
Direct seed (recommended) - Sow as soon as soil can be worked. Cover seeds with 1/4" soil. Thin when first true leaves appear. Transplant - Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost. Sow into cell packs or larger containers. Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors. Support may be required.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT:
36-40".

PLANT SPACING:
2-6".

HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.

HARVEST:
Fresh - Harvest fresh stems or when seed pods have matured. Dried - Harvest when seed pods have matured and hang to dry.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average, well-drained soil.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lepidium sativum

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