Watercress
Edible
Medicinal
Watercress is a semi-aquatic leafy green with a fresh, peppery flavour. One of the most nutrient-dense foods available, it's traditionally grown in flowing clean water streams but can also be grown in containers kept very wet.
Sun
Partial Shade
Watering
Every 1–2 Days
Soil Type
Moist, rich, waterlogged
Difficulty
Easy
Growth Timeline
Seed Stage
Day 0 · ~0 days in
Plant the seed at the right depth and keep soil moist.
Companion Planting
Good Neighbors
🌿marigold
🌿basil
🌿chives
🌿nasturtium
Bad Neighbors
🚫fennel
🚫wormwood
Companion planting improves yields, repels pests, and enhances flavor.
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