Spice up your garden with Southern charm!
Florida Broadleaf Mustard is a bold, leafy green that brings a peppery punch to your plate and a lush presence to your garden. With big, tender leaves and fast growth, itās a favorite for cooks who love Southern-style greens and gardeners who want quick, satisfying harvests. Itās hearty, flavorful, and ready to grow!
Variety:Ā Florida Broadleaf Mustard (Brassica juncea)
Growth Habit:Ā Cool-season annual
Height:Ā 12ā18 inches
Flavor Profile:Ā Spicy, tangy, and bold
Color:Ā Bright green, broad leaves
Planting Conditions:Ā Direct sow in full sun
Harvest Timeline:Ā Ready in 40ā50 days
Uses:Ā SautĆ©ing, braising, pickling, and baby greens
Fun Fact:Ā Mustard greens are packed with vitamins A, C, and K and are a staple in Southern cooking traditions.
Florida Broadleaf is a kitchen workhorseāperfect for stir-fries, soups, and classic Southern braised greens. Its bold flavor mellows beautifully when cooked, and its large leaves are easy to harvest and prep. Whether youāre whipping up a spicy side dish or pickling for pantry treats, this mustard green brings flavor and nutrition in every leaf.
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šĀ Choose a Sunny Spot:Ā Full sun and fertile, well-drained soil will keep it happy.
š±Ā Sow the Seeds:Ā Plant Ā¼ inch deep, spacing 6 inches apart.
š§Ā Water Consistently:Ā Keep soil evenly moist for tender leaves.
š¾Ā Thin and Maintain:Ā Thin to 10ā12 inches apart to allow room for growth.
āļøĀ Harvest:Ā Pick young leaves for a milder taste or harvest mature plants for full flavor.
