DESCRIPTION
Growing Colorful Mustard Microgreens Mix Seeds
Growing Directions
Growing mustard microgreens is perfect for beginners and kids--also, for those who just love the flavor of mustard greens. And this colorful mustard microgreens mix really packs a punch of spice and savory flavor. No presoak necessary. Simply, spray the seeds down after you've spread them across your desired growth medium. Both hydroponic mediums and soil work great for mustard micros. Cover seeds with a little more soil or a wet papers towl and cover with something to keep the light out and the moisture in for a couple days while the seeds germinate. Remove cover and expose to light once the mustard seeds have germinated and watch them grow over the course of two to three days, watering at least once a day. Check soil with your finger for moisture levels.
Facts:
Mustard seed has a multitude of uses, including using the seed itself to make the sandwich condiment and rubs for barbeque. Mustard is grown as an herb/ leafy green in large and small gardens. It does make a fantastic fall greens crop. Several mustard varieties are coveted as cover crops.
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
| Latin Name: |
Brassicaceae |
| Other Names: |
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| Nutrients: |
antioxidants, fiber, Vitamins A,C, E, and K |
| Microgreen Colors: |
Deep red varieties mixed with whole green varieties. Red and green speckled varieties are included also |
| Microgreen Flavor: |
Strong mustard spice and flavor |
| Microgreen Texture: |
Soft and tender |
Other
| Mustard Seed Presoak: |
No |
| Microgreen Days to Maturity: |
8-12 |
| Germ time: |
2-3 days |
| Growth Medium Preference: |
Hydroponic or Soil |
