Land Cress

Barbarea verna, Brassicaceae

Zones

3a–10b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Biennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

SpinachSpinacia oleracea

Pest DeterrentTrap Crop

PepinoSolanum muricatum

Trap Crop

Clary SageSalvia sclarea

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Greater Sea KaleCrambe cordifolia

Large Crambe species can produce allelopathic compounds that suppress smaller brassicas

Feather Reed GrassCalamagrostis x acutiflora

Feather reed grass forms dense clumps that compete with small brassica crops for resources

Garden CressLepidium sativum

Both brassicas may compete and exhibit allelopathy in cool, moist conditions

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Land Cress grow in?

Land Cress grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Land Cress?

Good companions for Land Cress include Spinach, Pepino, Clary Sage.

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