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 .
