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Common name: "Mustard"
Latin name:
Brassica species

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Zone: 4 - Perennial
Native to area:
yes
Growth habit:
Upright plant to 6' depending on variety.
Flowers: Yes, small yellow flowers mid summer.
Companion plant-able:
Yes, with cabbage and kale.
Sunshine:
Water:
Herbs Cultural information: The "Mustard" family is quite large and includes plants such as "Flowering Kale". 

Mustard is easy to grow from seed. Sow seed 12" to 24" apart. Mustard can easily take over your gardens... care should be taken as to where you plant it.

Uses: Culinary, and Medicinal 
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest Mustard seed when the pods turn brown. Dry the pods on an old towel. Once the pods have cracked, rub them between your hands to dislodge the seed allowing the seed to fall onto a tray

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