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Water Cress
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Mine is exactly in that location philippa - and has grown all winter which is unusual. It's quite tough though - it's survived some freezing!
It's a bit of a myth that it needs running water. If it's in a bucket or container of any kind, just change it now and again.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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I wouldn't eat watercress from a pond. Pond snails can carry liver flukes or other parasites. If you want it to eat, keep a bucket or tub of it.
I use it to keep the pond clear - I don't eat it. If I wanted to, I'd probably keep it in a container.
I forgot I'd told you that trick philippa! It works brilliantly in a pond to keep blanket weed away. Even a small one which can heat up quite quickly, like my current one. Just chuck a handful in during spring when the water warms up.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
It's probably a bit early yet Hazel - usually around March/April I think
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Asda had plenty we got some yesterday