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Mustard Spinach

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English Name: MUSTARD SPINACH

Asian Name: komatsuna

Latin Name: Brassica rapa

Description:

  • A hardy upright annual to a height of 1m.
  • It has large dark green, glossy leaves, about 25cm long and 15cm wide.
  • The plants produce yellow flowers that typically have four petals.
  • Very quick and easy grower.
  • Mustard spinach has a distinct flavour, described as a combination of Chinese Cabbage and Spinach, with a hint of mustard.

Harvesting:

  • Harvest the very young leaves continuously – ‘cut and come again’.
  • It is possible to harvest the whole plant about 2cm above the soil and it will re-shoot.

Best Results:

  • Add lots of organic matter before planting.
  • Water regularly and heavily as Komatsuna have deep roots.
  • Mustard spinach prefers rich, loamy soils but will grow in a wide range of garden soils.
  • Plant in a full sun or part shade position.

Uses:

  • Baby leaves are great for salads.
  • Komatsuna is perfect in Japanese dishes.
  • The young leaves, stalks and flower stems can be used in stir-fries.
  • Can be pickled in salt.

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