MUSTARD Seeds, Southern Giant Curled

Southern Giant Curled Mustard (Brassica juncea 'Southern Giant Curled') is an heirloom, open-pollinated mustard green and All-America Selections winner, with large, frilled, bright green leaves and a bold, peppery bite. Vigorous and fast-growing.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Brassica juncea 'Southern Giant Curled'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated mustard, AAS winner
• Mature height: 18 to 24 inches
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, organic-rich
• Spacing: 6 to 12 inches

Best for

• Southern-style braised greens
• Stir-fries and saute
• Baby leaves in salads
• Spring and fall gardens

How to grow

Sow in early spring or late summer in fertile, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, spacing plants 6 to 12 inches apart. Keep the soil consistently moist to keep leaves tender and reduce sharpness. Harvest baby leaves early or full leaves later. Fast-growing and forgiving.

Flavor profile

Bold, peppery, and zesty raw, mellowing into a savory, earthy green when cooked.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.

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