Asian Mustard

Brassica tournefortii, Brassicaceae

Zones

4–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Arrowleaf CloverTrifolium vesiculosum

Nitrogen Fixation

Arrowleaf SidaSida rhombifolia

Trap CropPest Deterrent

Arrowleaf BuckwheatEriogonum compositum

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Prickly Scorpion's TailScorpiurus muricatus

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Darrow's BlueberryVaccinium darrowii

Brassica species produce glucosinolates that break down into compounds toxic to many plants, particularly acid-loving species like blueberries

Grass PeaLathyrus sativus

Brassica compounds can negatively affect legume growth and nitrogen fixation

Prickly HeathGaultheria mucronata

Mustard allelopathic compounds particularly affect acid-loving ericaceous plants

Uses

Functions

Soil BreakingBiofumigationPest ManagementQuick Biomass

Edible Parts

LeavesSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Asian Mustard grow in?

Asian Mustard grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Asian Mustard?

Good companions for Asian Mustard include Arrowleaf Clover, Arrowleaf Sida, Arrowleaf Buckwheat, Prickly Scorpion's Tail.

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