200+ Watercress Seeds, Herb Seeds, Non-GMO, Heirloom

Watercress, also known as “Yellowcress'' is a hardy perennial native to regions in Asia and Europe. This trailing cress variety produces round medium-green leaves that can be sauteed similar to kale. As an aquatic, fast-growing herb, Watercress has been used in ancient civilizations such as Greece, Egypt and Rome—where historical figures like Hippocrates grew Watercress as a medicine for his patients to help regulate the bloodstream.

Latin Name: Nasturtium officinale
Days to Maturity: 20+ (baby leaves) 55-70 (mature leaves) Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 3-11
Seed Planting Depth: 1/4”
Seed Plant Spacing: 9-12”
Growth Habit: Upright/low-growth/trailing
Soil Preference: Moist to wet, rich, and well-drained
Temp Preference: Cool
Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade
Color: Round medium-green leaves, small white flowers
Flavor: Fresh, spicy, crisp, wasabi-like, peppery, verdant

Watercress Herb Growing Habits
Non-GMO (Nasturtium officinale) Watercress plants grow as fast-growing perennial herbs. As aquatic flowering plants, watercress will develop low-growth reaching 9-12” tall. This hardy herb will begin producing medium-green round leaves with peppery and wasabi-like flavor by spring. You can pinch back the fresh leaves that are younger and at their peak earlier in the season, as you harvest fresh and spicy leafy greens until summer. As the warm temperatures start to rise, Watercress will begin to bloom small white flowers, before going to seed. .

The Culinary Uses of Watercress Garden Herb
Watercress, also known as “Yellowcress'' can be eaten fresh or cooked with a variety of options. This trailing hardy herb grows tender and round medium-green leaves that can be made into a rich puree or sauce such as pesto. You can also add Watercress to French cuisine like potato soup, as this peppery cress variety adds a spicy flavor to many dishes. Sprinkle fresh Watercress on savory tacos to add a crisp bite to tacos! Watercress can also taste more verdant and with less spice, as it can be sauteed similar to kale.

The Health Benefits of Watercress Herb & Seed
Watercress has essential nutrients and antioxidants that can help maintain your overall health. From improving bone health with vitamin K, to helping prevent heart disease from providing rich amounts of vitamin C, Watercress is a cruciferous leafy green that can help ward off a variety of chronic diseases.