Mustard mix

Mustard mix (Brassica juncea) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

This unique blend of oriental mustards is an explosion of colors, textures and tangy flavors . Ideal for a quick and bountiful harvest , the young leaves add a tangy touch to salads, sandwiches, soups and stir-fries , while the seeds, when toasted, develop a subtle, aromatic, nutty flavor .

The mustards in this mix, also called brown, Indian or Chinese mustards , are very hardy and reseed easily , ensuring continuous production in the garden . In addition to being delicious , they are rich in nutrients and antioxidants , perfect for a healthy and tasty diet.

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Annual
Plant habit : Upright and spreading foliage
Height : 30 to 60 cm
Maturity : 25 to 45 days for young leaves, 90 days for seeds
Leaf color : Varied (green, purple, red, bronze)
Flavor : Spicy and tangy
Use : Salads, sandwiches, soups, stir-fries, pestos, seeds for spices and mustard
Attractiveness : Fast growing, cold hardy, reseeds easily
Quantity per sachet : ±400 seeds
Special feature : Mixture from an evolving selection at Catherine's Ornamental Vegetable Garden

Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Sowing :
• Direct in May-June , for a summer harvest
• Sowing in August for autumn production
?? Sowing depth : 6 mm
?? Germination temperature : 18-22°C
? Germination time : 4 to 7 days
?? Spacing : 15 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular, fresh and moist soil
?? Care : Harvest by cutting the outer leaves to encourage continued regrowth

With optimal conditions, this mustard blend offers a generous, tangy and colorful harvest , ideal for lovers of spicy and inventive cuisine .

Use and special features

?? A leafy vegetable with many uses
The young leaves are eaten raw or cooked, while the seeds are used as spices, marinades or homemade mustard .

?? A tangy and nutrient-rich flavor
Full of vitamins A, C and K , mustard is delicious and beneficial for your health .

?? Hardy and easy to grow
It grows quickly , reseeds spontaneously and is very resistant to cold .