Spring Cress is a perennial with bright green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. It blooms in early spring, adding a splash of color to wetland areas. The plant is known for its rapid growth during the spring months.
Best time to see a Spring Cress
The best time to see a Spring Cress is April–May, when about 76% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,418 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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