| Brand | Unbranded |
| Manufacturer | Umuthi Botanicals |
| Model Number | EN-20222014 |
Umuthi Cress Sprouting Seeds are natural, untreated, non-GMO seeds for growing crisp, peppery cress sprouts at home. Cress has a fresh, tangy, mustard-like bite that adds instant flavour to salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, eggs, seafood dishes, dips, and savoury spreads. These fast-germinating seeds are ideal for beginners because they can sprout quickly under the right conditions and can even be grown on wet paper towels or cotton.
They are a simple way to add fresh, zesty greens to everyday meals. Why we love it: Cress is one of the quickest and most satisfying sprouting seeds to grow. It brings a bold little peppery kick to simple meals and works beautifully as a fresh garnish when you want flavour fast. Key Properties Seed Type: Sprouting seed Sprout Profile: Crisp, peppery, tangy Natural and untreated Non-GMO Vacuum packed for freshness Germination: 2-3 days under optimal conditions Preferred Temperature: Around 15-21C Suitable For: Sprouting, salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, eggs, seafood dishes, dips, green smoothies, juices, and garnishes Nutritional Profile: Contains vitamins A, C, K and E, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, fibre, protein, and small amounts of omega fatty acids What It's Used For Growing fresh cress sprouts at home Adding a peppery kick to salads, sandwiches, and wraps Garnishing soups, eggs, seafood dishes, and savoury plates Blending into green smoothies or juices Making cress butter, dips, and spreads Growing quick sprouts on wet paper towels, cotton, or a suitable sprouting setup Who It's For This Product Is For: Beginner and experienced home sprouters Customers wanting fast-growing edible sprouts Cooks who enjoy peppery greens Small-space growers and windowsill gardeners This Product Is Not For: Customers wanting pre-grown cress Growing mature garden cress where a dedicated growing seed is preferred Those wanting a mild or neutral-tasting sprout Use without clean sprouting conditions and proper moisture control How To Use Use a clean sprouting tray, shallow dish, wet paper towel, cotton, or suitable sprouting setup.
Sow seeds evenly and keep them moist. Grow in cool conditions where possible, around 15-21C. Avoid waterlogging or stagnant water. Harvest once sprouts are fresh, crisp, and ready for use. Add to salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, dips, juices, or garnishes. Processing Tip: Cress grows quickly, so check daily once germination begins.
Safety Instructions Use clean equipment and fresh water Keep seeds moist, but do not leave them sitting in stagnant water Discard any batch that smells off, becomes slimy, or shows unusual mould growth Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place Keep out of reach of young children unless supervised FAQs Q: How quickly do Cress Sprouting Seeds germinate?
A: They typically sprout in about 2-3 days under optimal conditions. Q: Can cress be grown without soil? A: Yes. The source notes that cress can germinate on wet paper towels or cotton.
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