Giant red mustards (Brassica juncea) are a member of the Brassicaceae family; this family also includes familiar vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, and kale. These striking plants are known for their large, vibrant reddish-purple leaves, which add both visual appeal and nutritional value to gardens and meals. The leaves have a distinct, peppery flavor that can be used in salads, stir-fries, and soups.
Giant red mustards thrive in cool weather and can be grown in both spring and fall; they prefer well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. To cultivate these plants, sow the seeds directly into the soil about ¼ inch deep and space them 12 to 18 inches apart to allow room for their large leaves to spread. Ensure they receive full sun to partial shade; consistent watering will promote healthy growth, but be careful not to overwater as this can lead to root rot.
- QTY: 500
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2"
- Germination Temperature: 45-65
- Days to Germination: 5-13
- Row Spacing: 18"
- Plant Spacing: 6"
- 100' Row Yield: 70 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 56 days
How to Save Seeds
Mustard greens will cross with other mustard greens within the same species but not the same family. So be sure to check each species before planting near another species of mustard otherwise separate by at least 1 mile. Save pods from plants once they have fully dried.