Mustard

60 days. Brassica rapa. Open Pollinated. Mizuna Mustard. The plant produces good yields of flavorful green mustard leaves. The feathery leaves are mild and spicy. Used in salads or cooked. Slow to bolt. Heat Tolerant. Cold Tolerant. Suitable for hydroponic gardening. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 662687. A variety from India.

45 days. Brassica juncea. Open Pollinated. Tendergreen Mustard. This early-maturing plant produces good yields of shiny green mustard leaves. It is a popular heirloom variety of mustard greens that stands out for its mild flavor, as it is less pungent or bitter than many other mustard varieties, with tender, smooth, dark green, glossy leaves that resemble spinach. It is very delicious and one of the mildest mustards on the market. High in vitamins A, C, and K, plus fiber, antioxidants, calcium, and iron. Used in stir fry, soups, and salads. Also known as Tendergreen Mustard Spinach. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. Excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6142. An heirloom variety originating from the Himalayan region of northern India.