{"title":"Cress","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"266\" data-start=\"146\"\u003eCress Seeds \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"264\" data-start=\"205\"\u003e(Nasturtium officinale, Barbarea verna, Lepidium sativum)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"269\" data-start=\"266\"\u003eCress varieties offer quick, cool-season greens with a sharp, peppery flavour that lifts salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Though grouped together, each type has its own growing style. Watercress thrives in consistently moist soil or along the edges of flowing water. Upland cress prefers damp, fertile beds in part shade and produces broader leaves with a milder bite. Curled cress is the fastest to grow, with finely cut leaves and a bright, mustard-like flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eAll cresses are cool-season crops and do best with steady moisture and rich soil. Sow regularly through the cooler months for continuous harvests; young leaves have the best texture and flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cress-extra-curled-501","title":"Cress Extra Curled Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLepidium sativum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Curled Cress is a fast-growing annual producing finely curled, dark green leaves with a fresh, peppery flavour. Ready to harvest in as little as 15 days, it is an excellent addition to salads, sandwiches and garnishes, adding both crisp texture and a mild spicy bite. Its compact habit makes it ideal for growing in pots, trays or small containers, even on a sunny kitchen windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the easiest leafy greens to grow, Extra Curled Cress thrives indoors throughout the year and can be harvested repeatedly while young. It performs best in cool conditions and is less suited to outdoor cultivation during hot weather, when plants quickly become tough and run to seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 450–550 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 1,400 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: April to August outdoors, year round indoors\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Year round, best during the cooler months\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Year round\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Year round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seed 3–5 mm deep into moist, well-drained soil or shallow containers in a sunny to partly shaded position. Scatter seed thickly for baby leaf harvests or sow in rows 10–15 cm apart. Keep the soil consistently moist and begin harvesting young leaves from around 15 days after sowing. Succession sow every few weeks for a continuous supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649678495962,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":47978239426778,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_5bcec6fb-3bfe-48ae-9fcf-c66b20d2ea0c.jpg?v=1754017222"},{"product_id":"cress-american-upland-694","title":"Cress American Upland Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eBarbarea verna\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"33\"\u003epraecox\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eAmerican Upland Cress is a fast-growing annual leafy green prized for its crisp texture and mildly peppery flavour. A popular alternative to traditional watercress, it grows well in ordinary garden soil without the need for running water, making it an easy addition to vegetable patches and kitchen gardens. The nutritious leaves are excellent in salads, sandwiches and garnishes, and can also be lightly cooked like spinach. Shade tolerant and quick to mature, it provides reliable harvests through much of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"633\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eApproximately 880 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eApproximately 300 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eTropics: April to September\u003cbr data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eSubtropics: March to September\u003cbr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eMild climates: March to November\u003cbr data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eCold climates: September to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"820\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eSow seed 5 mm deep directly into fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil consistently moist throughout growth for the best quality leaves. Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart and harvest the young leaves from around 45 days. 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Traditionally growing along the edges of cool, flowing streams and springs, it forms lush mats of vibrant green foliage that can be harvested regularly throughout much of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the oldest cultivated leafy vegetables, Watercress has been enjoyed for centuries in salads, soups, sandwiches and cooked dishes. The leaves provide a distinctive fresh, slightly spicy flavour and are rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, along with calcium, phosphorus, sulphur, iron and iodine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile naturally adapted to growing in shallow water, Watercress can also be successfully cultivated in moist garden beds, containers and wicking systems provided the soil remains consistently damp. Its rapid growth and continual harvest potential make it a rewarding addition to edible gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and highly productive, Watercress thrives in cooler conditions and provides a dependable supply of nutritious greens for the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 4,900 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 250 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: March to August\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: March to September\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: March to October\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: September to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and lightly press into place. Cover only very lightly, as seed requires light for best germination. Keep constantly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into shallow water, boggy soil or consistently damp garden beds, spacing plants 15–20 cm apart. Harvest regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent plants from becoming overly woody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375848378586,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71edc954.57720875","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/H_Watercress.jpg?v=1784858170"},{"product_id":"microgreens-cress-extra-curled-1747","title":"Microgreens Cress Extra Curled Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLepidium sativum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Curled Cress is one of the quickest and easiest microgreens to grow, producing finely curled, dark green leaves with a fresh, peppery flavour. Ready to harvest in as little as 7–14 days, it adds a crisp texture and mild spice to salads, sandwiches, soups and garnishes. Its attractive curled foliage also makes it popular with chefs for finishing dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for year-round indoor production, Extra Curled Cress grows readily in shallow trays or small containers on a sunny windowsill. It performs best in cool conditions and is not well suited to outdoor cultivation during hot weather, when it quickly becomes coarse and runs to seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 450–550 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for year-round indoor production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenly scatter seed over a moist microgreen growing medium or tray and gently press into the surface. Do not cover deeply, as cress germinates readily with light moisture. Keep evenly moist using a fine mist or by watering from below. 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