Tansy Mustard

Tansy Mustard (Descurainia pinnata) is a hardy annual herb native to regions across North America, including Alabama, Alberta, Arizona, Arkansas, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Florida, and many other states and provinces such as Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Manitoba, Mexico Northeast, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ontario, Oregon, Quebec, Saskatchewan, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and can adapt to various soil types, including light sandy, medium, and heavy clay soils. Tansy Mustard is known for its ornamental value and culinary uses. Its edible parts include leaves, seeds, and seedpods, making it a versatile addition to gardens and landscapes in suitable climates. The plant grows up to 0.6 meters tall and has the potential to become invasive due to its weed-like nature. It can be found introduced into areas such as Argentina Northwest, Argentina South, Delaware, Japan, Korea, and Maryland. While Tansy Mustard is not medicinal, it is important to handle this plant with caution due to its potential for spreading. For best results in cultivation, sow seeds directly in the garden after all danger of frost has passed, ensuring well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Regular moisture will help it produce better, though it is drought-tolerant.