Also known as American Cress · American Land-Cress · American Landcress
Early Yellowrocket (Barbarea verna) is a cool-season edible green, offering peppery leaves in early spring. It's a fast-growing, adaptable plant for the garden.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 10-20°C.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Leaves and flowers are edible. Other parts are not typically consumed and have no significant toxicity.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during warmer months. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler periods.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flower stalks to prevent self-seeding if desired. Light pruning after flowering can also help prolong the blooming period.
Remove any damaged or diseased foliage promptly.
Propagate by seeds sown directly in the garden in early spring or autumn. Seeds germinate readily in cool conditions. It can also be propagated by division of established clumps in spring.
Repotting is generally not necessary for this plant as it is often grown as an annual or biennial. If grown in containers and needing more space, repot in early spring to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Early Yellowrocket (Barbarea verna)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Barbarea |
| Species | Barbarea verna |
Similar in genus Barbarea
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