Harvesting Mustard

Our mustard grew very well.  We like it particularly because we can eat the leaves as they grow and then when its time we can harvest the seeds to make mustard. It is now time to  harvest the seeds.  You know its time to harvest the seeds when the pods are dry, but before they open (and you lose the seeds).

Because it is difficult and time consuming to open each pod separately the best way to gather seeds is to tie the plant upside-down in a brown paper bag for a few days.  

The pods will open as each one dries out more.  This allows you to gather the seeds. 

 

These can be used in barbeque, pickles, or to make mustard for sandwiches and deviled eggs.  Next week we will try making mustard.