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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
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Hydroponic Watercress is an entirely edible, delicately textured green with lime colored leaflets that generally have three ovately shaped lobes. The leaves sprout from thin succulent stems that all connected to a a cluster of roots that have been grown in water. Each element of the plant carries flavors of pepper and mustard that become bolder with the plant's maturity. Hydroponic Watercress is generally more tame flavored than soil-sown and wild watercress.
Hydroponic Watercress is available year-round.
Cress is a general name that groups a class of sharply flavored greens that are used in salads and as potherbs. Watercress, meaning "nose twister", scientific name Nasturtium officinale, is a member of the Cruciferea, along with cabbages, kales and mustards. It is a cool season aquatic and semi-aquatic perennial herb, though, much like arugula, it is used primarily as a lettuce green.
Watercress is native to Europe and Asia, with documentation of its existence dating back to 3,000 years ago to the Phoenicians, Ancient Greece and Portugal. It was cultivated from a wild plant in Europe in 100 A.D. Hydroponic Watercress is grown utilizing a super climate controlled greenhouse environment. Nutrients are slow-fed into the plants, free of chemiclas and pesticides. Technology drives the consistency of the growth and flavor of the plant.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include Hydro Watercress. One
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Description/Taste
Hydroponic Watercress is an entirely edible, delicately textured green with lime colored leaflets that generally have three ovately shaped lobes. The leaves sprout from thin succulent stems that all connected to a a cluster of roots that have been grown in water. Each element of the plant carries flavors of pepper and mustard that become bolder with the plant's maturity. Hydroponic Watercress is generally more tame flavored than soil-sown and wild watercress.
Seasons/Availability
Hydroponic Watercress is available year-round.
Current Facts
Cress is a general name that groups a class of sharply flavored greens that are used in salads and as potherbs. Watercress, meaning "nose twister", scientific name Nasturtium officinale, is a member of the Cruciferea, along with cabbages, kales and mustards. It is a cool season aquatic and semi-aquatic perennial herb, though, much like arugula, it is used primarily as a lettuce green.
Geography/History
Watercress is native to Europe and Asia, with documentation of its existence dating back to 3,000 years ago to the Phoenicians, Ancient Greece and Portugal. It was cultivated from a wild plant in Europe in 100 A.D. Hydroponic Watercress is grown utilizing a super climate controlled greenhouse environment. Nutrients are slow-fed into the plants, free of chemiclas and pesticides. Technology drives the consistency of the growth and flavor of the plant.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Ron Oliver | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 858-531-8677 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Farm Fresh Meals | Vista CA | 760-707-2383 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Store Room | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Hydro Watercress. One
is
easiest, three is harder.| Bring Joy |
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Roasted Sweet Potato, Quinoa, & Watercress Salad |
