Divers • Brassica juncea

Mixed greens of spicy mustard greens - Organic

"A vibrant mix of young leaves to awaken the vegetable garden and the plate."

$4.49

Number of seeds 1000 seeds

This mesclun mix of pungent mustards brings together several varieties of leafy mustards to offer, in a single sowing, a palette of textures, shapes, and bold flavors. In the living garden, it quickly forms a carpet of young, finely cut or broader leaves, in shades of soft to deep green, sometimes tinged with red or purple depending on the mix.

An ideal companion for kitchen gardens, this mix thrives in fertile soils and the cool temperatures of spring and autumn. It allows you to practice the age-old practice of harvesting young leaves as needed, respecting the natural cycle of the seasons. Harvests are quick and plentiful, encouraging a daily connection with the vegetable garden: observe, cut, taste, and let things regrow. A simple and vibrant way to forge a close bond with your plot of land.

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

Note: Well suited to staggered sowings in spring and late summer to enjoy tender, prickly young leaves for a long time.

This mesclun is primarily intended for harvestingyoung prickly leavesEnjoy them in mixed salads, on toast, or as a flavorful garnish for everyday dishes. The leaves, which vary in intensity depending on their maturity and the specific variety, have a mustard-like flavor, ranging from mildly peppery to more pronouncedly spicy.

They can be used:

raw, mixed with other milder greens to balance the aromatic intensity;
lightly sautéed or added at the end of cooking to vegetable, rice or noodle dishes for a spicy note;
finely chopped as a finishing touch to soups or broths.

Surpluses can be kept for a few days in a cool place, well drained, or can be transformed into a mixture of greens to cook and freeze, as needed.