Spicy Chinese Mustard. Mustard greens are very popular in China for stir-fry, and mostly used cooked.
The oriental mustards are a very large group of rather coarse-leaved brassicas, usually having a spicy flavour.
The main advantage for the gardener is that they are very robust, tolerating a wide range of soil types, and most are exceptionally hardy.
Slower growing than many oriental greens, they are less suitable for cut and come again seedlings.
Ideal for winter harvesting.
Where to grow:
Grow mustard in full sun or partial shade. Plant mustard in well-worked, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Add aged compost to planting beds before planting.
When to grow:
Plant early in spring or in late August for a Autumn crop.