Watercress · Watercress
Planting Schedule
Add Watercress to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 15th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 15th |
| Harvest Begins | Jun 19th |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 25th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 40°F
and nights stay above 28°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 35 |
| Sun Requirements | Part Sun |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: Keep watercress constantly wet (shallow running water or a permanently filled container tray) and harvest frequently to prevent bitterness.