Garden Cress

Lepidium sativum, Brassicaceae

Zones

3a–10b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

SpinachSpinacia oleracea

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

GumweedGrindelia robusta

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Sea KaleCrambe maritima

Trap Crop

Antagonistic Plants

Sweet FennelFoeniculum vulgare

Fennel's allelopathic effects negatively impact germination and growth of garden cress

Bronze FennelFoeniculum vulgare

Fennel's allelopathic effects negatively impact germination and growth of garden cress

SoapwortSaponaria officinalis

Soapwort produces saponins that can inhibit germination of small-seeded crops like cress

Fountain GrassPennisetum alopecuroides

Fountain grass has dense root system and may produce compounds inhibiting small vegetable crops

Land CressBarbarea verna

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

Rose GeraniumPelargonium graveolens

Rose geranium scent deters pests from garden cress in Mediterranean climates

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Garden Cress grow in?

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

What are good companion plants for Garden Cress?

Good companions for Garden Cress include Spinach, Gumweed, Sea Kale.

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