This is a Japanese type of Mustard which has large savoyed leaves which are Maroon with Chartreuse undersides. Winter hardy and slow to bolt this Mustard makes especially good pickle, or cook in standard ways. Very young leaves or the whole seedling may be harvested for colourful additions to salads.
Maturity 30 days from direct sowing.
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Brassica juncea
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-20 | 6-8 |
5cm
|
Cooler Temps | 1.2.3 | 1000 |
Direct Sow
|
Salad Green
|
KEY to WHEN TO SOW |
1 Early Spring | 2 Late Spring & Early Summer |
3 Late Summer & Early Autumn |
