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What are the other names for cress?

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Cress (Lepidium sativum), is sometimes called garden cress to distinguish it from similar plants also referred to as cress. The word comes from old Germanic "cresso," which means sharp, spicy.

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Why does cress need shade to grow?

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Some plants are just more sensitive to the sun than others, and their growth can be inhibited or stopped entirely by overexposure to the sun. Shade is essential for cress to grow strong and healthy.

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What are the health benefits of cress?

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Many. It's good for your eyesight and has been linked to cancer prevention. It's also said to be good for cardiovascular health as well as strong teeth.

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What are some other names for cress?

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Mustard and cress, garden pepper cress, pepperwort pepper grass, or poor man's pepper.

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How much water does cress need?

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When still a seedling, water with about 1/4 cup morning and night. If you want to, you can stop watering it if you're planning to harvest in 3 days and to use it as a dry herb.

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How long does cress take to completely grow?

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It's typically ready to harvest after 5 - 7 days.

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How often should cress be watered?

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To water cress, spray it daily. Species of cress need lots of water, especially in the growing season.

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