Organic hot mustard mix
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description
A blend of hot mustard seeds (Brassica juncea), offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol
The mix of hot mustards is an explosion of shapes, colors, and flavors , bringing together green and purple mustards with leaves that are sometimes curly, sometimes serrated, or elongated. Their taste is bold, pungent, and stimulating , varying according to the variety and stage of harvest. When picked young, they are milder; when older, they become more intense.
Very quick to produce and cold-tolerant , this mix is perfect for continuous harvests throughout the season. It integrates well into both vegetable gardens and leafy greens, offering a vibrant diversity that changes with each cutting.
Type: Annual leafy vegetable
Plant habit: Low to spreading clump
Plant height: Approximately 20 to 30 cm
Quantity per packet: 1000 seeds
Maturity: Approximately 30 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Uses: Salads, stir-fries, spicy mixed greens
Companion plants: Lettuce, spinach, radish, peas, carrot
Negative plants: Other brassicas in the same location (rotation recommended)
Farming method
Sow directly outdoors throughout the season , as soon as the soil can be worked. The mix is very frost-tolerant , allowing for early spring and late autumn sowing. Plant in full sun to partial shade , in well-drained soil .
For a consistent production of young, tender leaves, sow seeds every 1 to 2 weeks . Maintaining consistent moisture helps to limit excessive prickliness.
Uses and benefits
Ideal for enhancing salads , bowls, and stir-fries, this blend brings energy, color, and vitality to the plate. Rich in nutrients, it stimulates both the palate and the garden.
Growing this mix means making room for diversity, spice and spontaneity in the vegetable garden.
