Leafy Brassicaceae

Watercress

Nasturtium officinale

An aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial plant, one of the oldest known leaf vegetables.

Watercress
Time to Harvest 55 days
Characteristics
Leafy Green Water Heavy Perennial

Growth Lifecycle

Sowing Day 0
Sprout 7-14d
Harvest 35-55d

Care Instructions

Sunlight & Climate

Requires Full Sun.

10°C - 20°C Frost Risk: Medium
Watering

Regular (Moderate amount).

Keep soil consistently moist.
Planting Specs
  • Spacing 30 cm
  • Sowing Depth 1 cm
  • Sprout Time 7-14 d
Nutrition Plan

Requires Every 4 Weeks feeding.

Preferred NPK: 5-5-5

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