Divers • Brassica sp.

Basic Cruciferous Mixed Vegetables - Organic

"A bold and vigorous leafy mix for the first plantings in the garden."

$4.49

Number of seeds 1000 seeds

Base's cruciferous mesclun mix brings together several leafy cabbages and close relatives from the large Brassicaceae family, chosen for their tender young leaves and rapid growth. In a corner of the vegetable garden, it forms in a few weeks a carpet of varied greens, with more or less distinct shapes, reminiscent of the age-old act of harvesting a handful of leaves with a knife for the day's cooking.

In the garden, this mix thrives in welcoming, cool soil , where the gardener can observe its consistent regrowth week after week. Harvested young, it provides crisp leaves for salads; a little more mature, it becomes a nourishing bouquet for quick stir-fries. Its diversity strengthens the resilience of the living garden and naturally complements the seasonal cycle in the vegetable patch.

Growing climate: Cool season
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Occasional
Growth: Rapid growth

Note: This cruciferous mesclun is adapted to the cool temperatures of spring and autumn and bolts faster in strong heat.

Basic's cruciferous mesclun is best harvested young to create crisp, lightly spiced green salads. It can be used in mixed lunches, on sandwiches, as a garnish, or as a base for warm salads. Harvested a little more mature, it can be added to quick stir-fries, soups, or short stews, much like young leafy cabbages. The leaves will keep for a few days in the refrigerator in a well-ventilated container or bag after being thoroughly drained.