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Can You Grow Watercress in Tennessee?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
Plant zones
Tennessee last frost
Tennessee first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Watercresses in Tennessee
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Tennessee's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Watercress
Watercress is a peppery, nutrient-dense aquatic green that loves cool, running water and partial shade — an easy container crop if you keep it constantly wet.
Grow in a container of rich soil kept standing in water, refreshed regularly. Harvest outer leaves often. Prefers cool shade to hot sun.
Gardening in Tennessee
Tennessee has a humid subtropical climate transitioning to continental in the east. Nashville is Zone 7a; the Appalachians are Zone 6a-6b. Long productive growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Watercress in Tennessee?
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
What zone is Tennessee?
Tennessee spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Watercresses in Tennessee?
Plant Watercresses Mar 15, harvest Apr 14 – May 14.