Mustard Mibuna

£1.09

An unusual Japanese green, similar to Mizuna , but with a stronger flavour, narrow dark green leaves and larger more vigorous plants. The leaves have a light mustard flavour and are perfect in salads as a young leaf. Thrives in cooler periods outside of mid summer and requires amply water during dry periods to avoid bolting.

  • Seed Count: 1500

575 in stock

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Mustard Mibuna

Mustard Mibuna. An unusual Japanese green, similar to Mizuna , but with a stronger flavour, narrow dark green leaves and larger more vigorous plants. The leaves have a light mustard flavour and are perfect in salads as a young leaf. Thrives in cooler periods outside of mid summer and requires amply water during dry periods to avoid bolting.

Cultivation Advice Mustard Mibuna

Days To Maturity: 40
Days To Germination:  7-14
Planting Depth:  1/4 inch
Spacing, Row:  24 inches
Spacing, Plant:  12 inches
Light:  Full Sun

  • Sow from early spring through to autumn. Cover seed with 1/4 inch fine soil.
  • Sow at 2-4 week intervals for continued harvest.
  • Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
  • Space rows about 24 inches apart or closer if limited in space.
  • Thin plants gradually to 12 inches apart in rows. Enjoy thinned greens in a salad.
  • Harvest outer leaves when young for best flavour, leaving inner leaves to grow out.