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Mustard Greens 'Southern Giant Curled'
BrassicaBrassica juncea 'Southern Giant Curled'
- Partial sun
- Zones 8–10
- 45 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
A beloved heirloom variety that's been a Southern garden staple for over 100 years, producing massive yields of deeply frilled, bright green leaves. This heat-tolerant variety grows vigorously in conditions that would stress other greens, making it perfect for extending the harvest season. The young leaves are mild enough for salads, while mature leaves develop the characteristic peppery bite that makes them perfect for traditional Southern cooking.
Planting
Direct sow from early spring through fall. Can succession plant every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 5-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, cabbage worms, harlequin bugs. Common diseases: White rust, downy mildew, black rot, clubroot.