Curled Garden Cress Seeds – Pepper Cress for Microgreens & Salads – 1000 Seeds

Curled Garden Cress, also known as Pepper Cress, is a fast-growing leafy green prized for its peppery flavor and delicate, curled leaves. This versatile herb is a favorite for microgreens, salads, and garnishes, adding a zesty kick to sandwiches, soups, and more. Its quick growth habit makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a rapid harvest, whether grown indoors on a windowsill or outdoors in the garden.

With its crisp texture and spicy notes, Curled Garden Cress is a must-have for any kitchen garden. It thrives in cool weather and can be grown year-round in containers, providing a continuous supply of fresh greens. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this easy-to-grow green delivers impressive results in a short time.

Plant Features

• Fast-growing annual herb with a peppery, tangy flavor
• Delicate, curled green leaves that add texture to dishes
• Excellent for microgreens, salads, and as a garnish
• Thrives in cool conditions and can be grown indoors or outdoors
• Quick to mature, often ready to harvest in just a few weeks

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lepidium sativum
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moist soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, leafy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (often grown as a cool-season annual)
• Bloom Season: Not typically grown for blooms; harvest before flowering
• Mature Height: 6-12 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds directly; germinate in 2-7 days at 55-75°F
• Spacing: 1-2 inches apart for microgreens; 6-8 inches for full-size plants

Planting & Care

For microgreens, sow seeds densely on the surface of moist seed-starting mix, pressing them gently into the soil without covering completely, as light aids germination. Keep the medium consistently moist and provide bright light. Harvest when seedlings are 2-3 inches tall, typically within 10-14 days. For garden growing, sow seeds directly in prepared soil after the last frost, or in late summer for a fall crop. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, and mulch to retain moisture. Curled Garden Cress benefits from partial shade in warmer climates to prevent bolting. Succession sow every 2-3 weeks for a continuous harvest.

What's Included

This listing includes 1000 seeds of Curled Garden Cress (Pepper Cress).