Brassica juncea

Mustard Greens

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Fast-growing cool-season leafy green vegetable with spicy, pungent leaves used in culinary dishes worldwide. Thrives in full sun and moist soil conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mustard Greens
Family Brassicaceae
Genus Brassica
Species Juncea
Origin China
Blooming Annual, flowers in late summer if bolted
Leaf Color Deep green to purple-tinged
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter content

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Watering

Consistent moisture required, keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required (6+ hours), partial shade in hot climates to prevent bolting

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer at planting, nitrogen-rich feed during vegetative growth phase

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Pruning

Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continued production

Pest Control Aphid Cabbage Worm Flea Beetle

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
15000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
3500 – 8000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
600 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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