MUSTARD Seeds, Tendergreen

Tendergreen Mustard (Brassica juncea 'Tendergreen'), also known as mustard spinach, is an heirloom, open-pollinated green with smooth, tender, dark green leaves and a mild mustard flavor. Fast-growing and heat-tolerant, it bridges mustard and spinach.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Brassica juncea 'Tendergreen'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated mustard green
• Mature height: 12 to 18 inches
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
• Spacing: 6 to 12 inches

Best for

• Salads and baby greens
• Stir-fries and soups
• Saute and braises
• 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 mild and tender. Harvest baby leaves early or full leaves later. More heat-tolerant than many mustards.

Flavor profile

Mild and gently mustardy with smooth, spinach-like leaves that soften further 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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