MUSTARD, Bau Sin (50 days) Brassica juncea A Unique variety from the spicy species of mustard – Brassica juncea, that is typically quite pungent. This variety is unique in that it is among the sweetest and mildest of this class of mustards.  Bau Sin has golden green leaves that have pink to purple veination that eventually wrap together to conceal a mild blanched heart.  This heart forming trait is entirely unique in spicy mustards that typically have a more open form.  Thanks to Wild Garden Seeds for this cool discovery.  Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 250 seeds) ...

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Mustard, Dijon (90 days to seed) Sinapis hirta This quick growing mustard produces good sized yellow seeds that are ground into a meal to mix with vinegar and other spices to make table mustard. Very easy and rewarding to grow. Will not cross-pollinate with other mustards. Some sources mention being able to make mustard from Brassica juncea, which we tried, and it was so spicy that it was inedible! This is the stuff-get it! HEIRLOOM. Packet:1/2 g (~95 seeds) bulk (10 g) ...

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  Mustard, Esperanza Purple (30-50 days) Brassica rapa A cross between regular tatsoi, spoon mustard and a purple-stemmed, veined mustard called Hon Tai Tsai. My goal is to eventually have a true purple tatsoi. For now it is a work in progress, with plantings resulting in a wide diversity of leaf shapes and colors. Works well in salad mix. Named after my favorite musician, Esperanza Spalding! SSF Packet (1/2 g ~ 250 seeds) 10g...

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Mustard, Green Wave (30-50 days)   Brassica juncea A big bold green mustard that grows rapidly, forming wavy light green leaves with a pleasing rumpled frilliness. Eaten raw, the flavor is a rapid spicy hot that is mellowed with light steaming and complemented by a very pleasant sweetness. Works as a baby leaf for salad or left to mature into a bunching green. Glimpse into the benefits of imparting bioregional adaptation through on-farm selection and breeding. SSF  Packet (1/2 g ~ 250 seeds) 1 oz (≈ 8,000 seeds) * picture by Karen Morton  ...

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Mustard, Karate Cabbage / Highland Kale.  (40-70 days)  Brassica carinata Now here is something unique! Originally sourced from seedsman, George Stevens (Synergy Seeds), this Ethiopian green grows quickly to a nice mound of shiny light green leaves that have an amazing texture and sweet flavor that truly tastes buttery; yes that’s right, like butter! Must be tried to be believed. Also Known as “Ethiopian Kale” or Abyssinian mustard.  Packet (1/2 g ≈ 250 seeds) 1 oz ...

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Mustard, Mitzuna  (40-65 days)  Brassica rapa  A quick growing, tender, non-pungent mustard for use in salads or stir fry.   Slender leaves are deeply cut with thin stems and mild, sweet flavor.  Grows a nice bushy rosette about 18” in diameter.  Selected for generations for non-hairiness and late bolting.  Best grown in spring and fall, but can be grown in summer as well as long as it receives ample water and some shade.  Control flea beetle damage organically with floating row covers.  Packet (1/2 g ≈ 250 seeds) Ounce...

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Mustard, Purple Osaka (30-50 days)  Brassica juncea This is a very quick growing spicy mustard with dark purple tops of the leaves and green undersides. Adds pizzazz to salads with it's vivid color and forward flavor. Direct sow. If left to flower and go to seed, it will reseed for years on end ensuring diverse salads with little effort!  Packet (1/2 g~ 250 seeds) Ounce...

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Mustard, Ruby Streaks,  (45 days)  Brassica juncea Deeply lobed, lacy burgundy baby leaves are airy and lofty with bright green stems. Adds spice and rosy elegance to any salad plate or stir-fry. Color is darkest when sown summer through fall.  This is an essential salad leaf for adding loft, texture and color along with a spicy flavor to salads. Packet (1/2 g ≈ 250 seeds)  1 oz, 1/4 lb...

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Mustard, Yukina Savoy (25-45 days)   Brassica rapa (Pekinensis Group) Yukina Savoy is a fast growing, vigorous mild mustard that forms a lovely savoyed rosette of deep green leaves somewhat reminiscent of Tatsoi, but with a more upright growth habit.  Can also be compared to a small open pac choi.  More bolt resistant than other mild mustards.  Works well in a saute', stir fry, salad mix, Kim Chee and more. Packet (1/2 g ~ 250 seeds)  bulk (1 ounce) ...

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