Keen as Mustard Growing Mustard Plants for Greens and Seeds
Food history was made in ancient Rome when ingredients such as fish oil, vinegar, and grape juice were added to the seeds of the mustard plant, creating the condiment we know today as mustard. In fact, one of the first written recipes for mustard dates from the 4th century B.C.E. This beloved herb was widely grown throughout its native distribution in Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
Nowadays, mustard is a condiment staple in most North American kitchens, right up there with ketchup and relish. Worldwide, we eat 700 million pounds of mustard every year!
Mustard is an extremely useful and versatile plant, grown for its seeds and greens. Whether you’re looking to jazz up your grilled food with a flavorful spread or enjoy the hot, spicy taste that the leaves bring to a salad, here are a few tips to grow this easy-care, fast-producing crop in your own garden.
