friendsofthe asked:
Attached is a photo of blue mustard. Mild, a bit tangy, delicious IMHO. In Spring City, Sanpete Co, most of the homes have about an acre of land (more outside of town in the county). Blue mustard is everywhere -- blue/purple fields seen in the spring time.I suppose I need to learn more about blue mustard, what is it? As for the dandelion, I tried that last year and it was awfully bitter. Is there a secret to eating dandelion?
Dandelion seems best early in the spring -- BEFORE its yellow flowers appear.
In town, a rich guy bought a bunch of heirloom seeds (about a year ago) and has made these available to towns folk -- condition: for those who will grow their own gardens. Very nice guy!
We had delicious early lettuce last year; planning more this year. Also, lots of garlic already planted ready to spring forth. It has been a mild winter so far; finally we're getting the water we need in the mountains.