75 Seeds Pepper Cress Lepidium sativum Garden Salad Microgreen

Pepper cress is a fast-growing herbaceous annual, also known as garden cress, valued for its peppery, tangy flavor and quick harvest. It is a favorite among gardeners for adding a zesty kick to salads, sandwiches, and soups, and it performs well in small spaces, containers, and windowsill gardens. Its rapid growth and crisp texture make it a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced growers.

Pepper cress is primarily used as a culinary green, where its spicy leaves and stems add bold flavor to fresh dishes. It can be grown as a cut-and-come-again crop, allowing for multiple harvests from a single sowing. In addition to kitchen use, it serves as a quick ornamental filler in mixed containers and garden beds, providing a lush green presence in a short time.

Species: Lepidium sativum
Variety: Pepper Cress
Type: Annual herb
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moist, fertile soil
Days_to_Harvest: 10-20
Zones: 2-11
Germination: 2-4 days
Sowing: Direct sow, lightly cover seeds
Spacing: 1-2 inches
Notes: Keep soil consistently moist for best flavor and growth