Garden Cress Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

The fast, peppery green worth a spot in your garden

Garden cress (Lepidium sativum) is a quick-growing leafy green prized for its bright, peppery, mustard-like bite. Not to be confused with waterside watercress, garden cress grows happily in ordinary soil or on a sunny windowsill and is one of the fastest crops you can raise, going from seed to harvest in as little as one to two weeks. Its frilly green leaves add a fresh, spicy lift to sandwiches, salads, and garnishes, making it a favorite for impatient gardeners and beginners alike.

How to grow cress from seed

Cress could not be simpler to start from seed. Scatter cress seeds thinly over the surface of moist soil or a damp growing pad, barely cover, and keep evenly moist in a bright spot. Seedlings appear within a couple of days and are ready to snip at one to three inches tall, usually in one to two weeks. Sow a fresh pinch every week or two for a steady supply. For the full step-by-step, see our complete guide to growing cress from seed.

How to use cress

Snip the young shoots whole and use them fresh, since the flavor is at its best raw. Garden cress is a classic in egg and cress sandwiches, scattered over soups and salads, or used as a peppery garnish for eggs, potatoes, and canapes. Its mustardy bite pairs beautifully with rich foods, and a handful stirred into soft cheese or butter makes a quick, zippy spread.

Cress and its leafy-green cousins

If you love the bite of cress, explore its fellow salad greens. Try peppery arugula for a similar spicy kick, tangy mizuna for mild mustard greens, or tender spinach to round out the salad bowl. You can explore the full range in our vegetable seeds collection.

Why buy cress seeds from Organo Republic

Every packet of cress seed we sell is non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom, and germination tested, so you can sow with confidence. As a U.S.-based licensed seed dealer, we work directly with trusted growers to keep quality high and prices low, and every pack carries a QR code that links straight to free online growing guidance. Orders over $49 ship free. Whether you want a single pack of cress or a curated salad-greens collection, you will find dependable, easy-to-grow seed here.