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Can You Grow Watercress in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Watercresses in Virginia
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Virginia'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 Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Watercress in Virginia?
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Watercresses in Virginia?
Plant Watercresses Mar 7, harvest Apr 6 – May 6.