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Vegetable · Greens-brassica
Mustard Greens
Brassicaceae
Fast-growing, peppery/spicy flavor that intensifies with heat and maturity. Young leaves are mildest. Good for stir-fries and Southern-style cooking. Can be interplanted with slower crops. Bolts faster than kale but slower than arugula. Direct sow preferred.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Sun
4+ hours
Spacing
6–12 "
Container
Yes
2+ gallon pot
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
4–7 days
Optimal Temp
60°F
Seed Depth
0.25"
Watering
Weekly Water
1–1.5 "
Needs
Moderate-consistent
Soil
pH Range
6–7
Resilience
Heat: Low
Cold: Medium
Drought: Low
Harvest
Storage
5 days
Sources
university
MSU Extension
extension
Mustard Greens (Mississippi State University Extension)
extension
Cool Season Greens Production (Oklahoma State University Extension, PDF)
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