In the garden, cress develops many small flowers after a few weeks. They are just as edible as the leaves, but taste less aromatic. Cress is therefore usually harvested before the flowers begin.
development of flowers in the garden
The edible flowers develop a few weeks after sowing, when the cress plants have reached a height of around half a meter.
When fertilized, the white or pink flowers turn into pods in which new seeds mature.
The flowers of the nasturtium
The yellow, orange and red flowers of the nasturtium are particularly popular in the kitchen. They have a very spicy taste. With their bright colors, the flowers have a very decorative effect
- salads
- soups
- desserts
tips and tricks
The cress does not bloom indoors as it is harvested beforehand. Shortly before the flower buds appear, cress contains most of the essential oils and then tastes particularly aromatic.