Mustard Red Frills

Spicy · Peppery · Bold

Mustard Red Frills microgreens bring a lively mustard heat together with beautifully textured leaves and rich reddish tones. Their distinctive appearance and punchy flavour make them a wonderful choice when you want a small amount of microgreens to make a noticeable difference.

Best used as a finishing green, they add both character and visual interest to simple everyday dishes.

Flavour

Spicy · Peppery · Mustard-like

Red Frills has a pronounced mustard flavour with a warming, peppery heat. It is considerably stronger than mild varieties such as broccoli or kale, so a small amount can add plenty of character.

Growing Level

Easy

Mustard Red Frills is relatively straightforward to grow and performs well with consistent moisture, good airflow and adequate light.

Growing Time

Approximately 8–12 days

Growing conditions such as temperature, light, airflow and watering can influence development. Use the appearance and tenderness of your microgreens as your main guide when deciding when to harvest.

Soaking

No soaking required.

Mustard seeds can be sown directly onto a thoroughly moistened growing mat.

Germination

After sowing, keep the seeds covered and in darkness during the initial germination period.

Once germination is established and the young shoots begin to develop, uncover the tray and move it into light.

Watering

Keep the growing mat consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged.

Once the roots are established, bottom watering is preferable. Add water to the reservoir tray below and allow the growing mat to absorb moisture from underneath.

Good airflow and careful moisture management help support healthy growth.

Light

Once uncovered, place your Mustard Red Frills microgreens in a bright location with good indirect natural light or beneath a suitable grow light.

Adequate light encourages compact growth and helps the leaves develop their characteristic colour.

When to Harvest

Mustard Red Frills microgreens are generally ready when the stems are established and the cotyledons are fully open and well coloured.

Harvest just above the growing mat using clean scissors or a clean, sharp blade.

Best With

Eggs · Avocado · Salads · Sandwiches · Bowls · Meat · Fish · Asian-inspired dishes

Their spicy mustard flavour works particularly well with richer or milder foods that benefit from a fresh, peppery contrast.

Storage

For the best quality, harvest only what you need whenever possible.

If storing harvested microgreens, make sure they are dry before placing them in a clean container in the refrigerator. Excess moisture can shorten their freshness.

Wash before eating and enjoy while fresh.

Good to Know

Mustard belongs to the Brassica family, alongside broccoli, kale, cabbage and radish.

Its distinctive heat comes naturally from compounds found within the plant. The intensity can vary depending on growing conditions and the stage at which it is harvested.

Why Grow Mustard Red Frills?

Mustard Red Frills is for those moments when mild isn't quite enough. Its colourful leaves, delicate texture and unmistakable mustard kick bring personality to both the growing tray and the finished plate.

Grow it. Cut it fresh. Add a little heat.