Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves
€3.75
Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves from Thompson & Morgan is a hardy and versatile variety, specially bred for sowing in the autumn months. This mustard is perfect for gardeners who want to enjoy fresh, peppery leaves throughout the winter and early spring. With its mild, spicy flavour, it’s ideal for adding a kick to salads, sandwiches, stir-fries, and soups.
This variety is known for its fast-growing, nutrient-packed leaves, which are both tender and flavoursome. The plants are cold-tolerant, making them an excellent choice for overwintering crops that can be harvested fresh during the colder months. The vibrant, deep green leaves are packed with vitamins, adding both nutritional value and taste to your meals.
Sowing Instructions:
For Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves, sow the seeds directly outdoors from late summer to early autumn, typically from August to September. Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Sow seeds thinly in shallow drills, about 1 cm deep, and space them 15 cm apart. Water well after sowing and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate, which usually takes 7-14 days.
Growing Tips:
Once the seedlings are established, thin them out to 15 cm apart to allow plenty of space for the leaves to grow. The plants will thrive in cooler temperatures and need regular watering, especially during dry spells, but they do not like to sit in waterlogged soil. If the weather is particularly harsh, protect the plants with a cloche or fleece to help them withstand frost.
Harvesting:
You can begin harvesting Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves when the plants are about 10-15 cm tall, typically 4-6 weeks after sowing. Pick the outer leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth, and enjoy continuous harvests throughout the colder months. The young, tender leaves offer the best flavour.
Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves is a great addition to any gardener’s winter vegetable collection. With its peppery taste, fast growth, and cold tolerance, this mustard variety will ensure you have fresh, homegrown greens all year round.
This variety is known for its fast-growing, nutrient-packed leaves, which are both tender and flavoursome. The plants are cold-tolerant, making them an excellent choice for overwintering crops that can be harvested fresh during the colder months. The vibrant, deep green leaves are packed with vitamins, adding both nutritional value and taste to your meals.
Sowing Instructions:
For Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves, sow the seeds directly outdoors from late summer to early autumn, typically from August to September. Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Sow seeds thinly in shallow drills, about 1 cm deep, and space them 15 cm apart. Water well after sowing and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate, which usually takes 7-14 days.
Growing Tips:
Once the seedlings are established, thin them out to 15 cm apart to allow plenty of space for the leaves to grow. The plants will thrive in cooler temperatures and need regular watering, especially during dry spells, but they do not like to sit in waterlogged soil. If the weather is particularly harsh, protect the plants with a cloche or fleece to help them withstand frost.
Harvesting:
You can begin harvesting Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves when the plants are about 10-15 cm tall, typically 4-6 weeks after sowing. Pick the outer leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth, and enjoy continuous harvests throughout the colder months. The young, tender leaves offer the best flavour.
Mustard Autumn Sowing Leaves is a great addition to any gardener’s winter vegetable collection. With its peppery taste, fast growth, and cold tolerance, this mustard variety will ensure you have fresh, homegrown greens all year round.
