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Described here are the basic qualities of the plant, planting instructions, expected yield and other useful information for the home garden.

Traits

Mustard is easy to grow, frost resistant and will have success in any environment in which radishes also would thrive. Both the greens and the seeds of the plant are edible, the greens being used in salads and other dishes, while the seeds provide the base of the yellow condiment of the same name.

Planting

Seeds should be planted 1/2 inch deep and 2 inches apart. Multiple rows of mustard should be placed 1-1/2 feet apart. Plant the seeds as soon as the ground has thawed enough to be worked. Once the seeds are established, thin the plants to 2 plants per foot.

Plant six feet of row per person for average consumption.

Harvest

One to two months after planting the mustard should be ready for harvest. Begin harvesting once the leaves have reached 3 inches long. Leaves can be cut from the plant, but the growing point should be left intact so that the plant will continue to produce greens.

Seeds, once developed, can be ground and mixed with water or vinegar to make the table condiment.

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