Mustard Seeds

Florida Broadleaf

Brassica juncea

$3.99

2 g Approximately

Florida Broadleaf Mustard (Brassica juncea) is a classic Southern favorite known for its large, flavorful green leaves and high yields. Packed with vitamins A, B, and C, these mustard greens are a versatile addition to any garden and can be enjoyed fresh in salads, cooked, or preserved by freezing or canning. This variety is particularly slow to bolt, making it suitable for both spring and fall plantings.

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Key Growing Information

Days to Germination: 7-14 days
Days to Maturity: 45-55 days
Planting Time: Plant in mid-summer for fall, harvest fall through spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
Soil Temperature: 60-75¡F
Soil pH: 5.5-6.8
Plant Spacing: 12 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart
Height: 10-12 inches
Cold Tolerance: Can tolerate light frosts

Planting Instructions

Direct Sowing:

Timing: Sow seeds in early spring as soon as soil can be worked or mid-summer for a fall harvest.
Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-draining, rich soil.
Spacing: Space seeds about 1 inch apart in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 6-12 inches apart once they have a few true leaves.

Indoor Starting (Optional):

Start seeds indoors 4 weeks before the last frost for an early crop. Transplant outdoors after hardening off.

Succession Planting:

For a continuous supply, sow seeds every few weeks from early spring to late summer.

Growing Tips

Growing Tips

Watering: Mustard greens require 1-2 inches of water per week. Ensure consistent moisture for tender leaves, and mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilizing: Prepare the soil with 3-6 inches of compost and fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer as needed. A nitrogen-rich soil mix will promote healthy leaf growth.
Weeding: Remove weeds by hand to avoid disturbing young seedlings.

Harvesting

Timing: Begin harvesting when leaves are 3-6 inches long, approximately 4 weeks after sowing.
Method:
- Cut-and-Come-Again: Snip outer leaves as needed, leaving the plant to continue producing.
- Full Harvest: For a larger harvest, cut the entire plant at the base.

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Nutritional Benefits and Culinary Uses

Nutrients: High in vitamins A, B, and C.
Culinary: Use in salads, soups, sauts, and as a cooked green. Mustard greens pair well with garlic, bacon, and smoked meats for traditional Southern recipes.

Florida Broadleaf Mustard brings a robust, slightly spicy flavor to the table, and its resistance to bolting makes it an ideal choice for a long growing season.

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