Brassica juncea. 45 days. Open-pollinated.
Florida Broadleaf is an heirloom mustard green variety grown for its tender, tasty leaves.
Plant grows to about 18 to 30 inches in height with large, broad leaves that are dark green with cream-colored ribbing.
While this southern favorite is excellent when used fresh in salads and sandwiches, do yourself a favor and toss the cleaned, chopped leaves into a pressure cooker with a bit of water, ham or bacon, and some diced rutabaga or turnip. Pressure for fifteen minutes and enjoy!
Florida Broadleaf Mustard
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones:
3 to 12
Light Requirement:
Full sun
Soil Type:
Rich, well-drained
Sow Depth:
1/4 inch
Plant Spacing:
5 to 6 inches in rows 10 to 12 inches apart
Germination Temp:
60°F to 75°F
Germination Time:
10 to 14 days
Maturation:
45 days
Growing Tips
Direct sow about 4 weeks before the last expected spring frost. Plant the seeds about 1/4 inch beneath the soil in rows that are 10 to 12 inches apart. After seedlings emerge, thin to one plant every 5 to 6 inches.
