Barbarea vulgaris aka Winter Cress
Taxonomy
Barbarea vulgaris, also known as wintercress, winter rocket, yellow rocketcress, yellow rocket, wound rocket, herb barbara, creases, or creasy greens, is a biennial or perennial herb in the mustard family Brassicaceae. Native to Eurasia, it has been introduced to North America and is commonly found throughout the New England states. In its first year, it forms a basal rosette of leaves and in the second year, it creates tall flowering stalks topped with goldenrod-colored flowers.
Common names
Winter Cress, Yellow Rocket, Bitter Wintercress, Bittercress, Garden Yellow RocketHow to care for Winter Cress
Difficulty
Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Winter Cress due to its easy-going nature.
Water
Winter Cress should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Its needs are relatively simple, but one of the most important is making sure its soil is adequately moist. Without proper moisture, the plant can suffer from wilting and stunted growth. To ensure your Winter Cress is healthy, you must choose a potting soil that retains moisture.
Look for a soil with good drainage to prevent root rot, but also make sure it contains plenty of organic matter. Coco coir and sphagnum moss are both excellent ingredients for retaining moisture and providing the #self.names with the nutrients it needs to thrive. If you can find a soil that has a combination of these ingredients, your #self.names will thank you with beautiful blooms.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Winter Cress prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Toxicity
Winter Cress is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.
Region of origin
Winter Cress’s native range is Most of Europe, including Britain, south and east to N. Africa and Asia.
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