1000 Seeds Upland Cress (Barbarea verna) – Peppery Herb Seeds for Salads & Microgreens

Product Overview

Upland Cress (Barbarea verna) is a nutrient-rich herb known for its robust, peppery flavor and crunchy texture. This versatile plant is perfect for enhancing salads, sandwiches, and soups with a spicy kick. It can be grown as microgreens or allowed to mature for a fuller harvest, making it suitable for various culinary uses.

Key Features

• Robust, peppery flavor ideal for fresh dishes
• Suitable for microgreens or mature harvests
• Bright green leaves with a crunchy texture
• Fast germination and quick maturity
• Thrives in partial to full sun
• Grows well in garden beds, containers, or indoors
• Easy to grow and nutrient-packed
• Compact, upright growth habit
• Suitable for cool-season gardening and all zones as an annual

Growing Information

Upland Cress prefers moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. It grows best in partial to full sun and can be cultivated in garden beds, containers, or even on a windowsill. Microgreens mature in 10–14 days reaching 4–6 inches in height, while full-sized plants mature in 30–50 days and grow 8–12 inches tall. This hardy herb is suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.