30 days. Lepidium sativum. Open Pollinated. Peppergrass. This early maturing plant produces excellent yields of spicy green leaves. It is very flavorful with a peppery and refreshing taste. Great for salads, stuffing, sandwiches, soups, or as a garnish. The seeds and leaves are used as a spicy condiment. Best when harvested when 4 to 6" high. This is a fast growing plant and quickly produces crops. Sow often for a continuous crop. Suitable for containers. Excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6402. A variety from the USA.
50 days. Lepidium sativum. Open Pollinated. Upland Cress. The plant produces excellent yields of flavorful peppery dark green cress leaves. Excellent fresh for salads or cooked as greens. Great on cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches. Harvest at any stage from small size to full maturity. Leaves, shoots, and flower buds are all delicious. Similar to watercress but much easier to grow. Also known as Creasy Greens and Winter Cress. Suitable for container gardening and greenhouse production. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6403. A variety from the USA.