Mustard Seeds - Japanese Giant Garnet
20-30 Days to Baby Leaf Maturity. Brassica juncea ’Japanese Giant Garnet’. Japanese Giant Garnet Mustard Seeds. Non-GMO, Open Pollinated, Annual. The solid, rounded leaves of this baby leaf variety are a uniform, deep purplish red color. Leaves produce their color early in the growing season and retain it through summer. With its mild but distinct flavor, Japanese Giant Garnet complements any collection of greens. The seeds come directly from Japan. This variety is most suitable for being cultivated as a baby leaf salad green. Approx 14,000 Seeds / Oz.
Mustard Seeds - Japanese Giant Garnet - Heirloom
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Other Common Names: Brown Mustard, Chinese Mustard, Giant Red Mustard, Indian Mustard, Leaf Mustard, Mustard Greens, Oriental Mustard, or Vegetable Mustard.
How to Grow Japanese Giant Garnet Mustard
Sow the seeds in the early spring, three weeks before the last frost. In temperate climates, also sow in the fall as the weather begins to cool. Water infrequently and deep. Watering early in the day allows excess moisture to dry out and avoid the development of fungal diseases. Kill and/or till in the mustard a minimum of 3 weeks prior to planting any other crop in the same spot. Mustard plants tolerate droughts well due to their deep root systems that can extend as far as 5 feet down, seeking water and nutrients.
Harvesting Japanese Giant Garnet Mustard
Cut off individual leaves at any stage of growth. The greens are delicious when harvested from brand new seedlings until the flower emerges. The leaves get tough and over-pungent after the flower appears. For a continual harvest, do not remove more than 1/3rd of the plant’s size at one time. For one large harvest, cut the plant down to the ground. Work any leftover roots or foliage into the soil for next year’s crops.
Culinary Tips
Commonly used as a salad green, the pungent taste of hot mustard gives a depth of flavor to a salad mix that no other green can supply. It can also be lightly steamed or sauteed and cooks very quickly. Mustard is not suitable as animal feed.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“If you think leafy greens don’t have any flavor, think again! Loaded with mustardy flavor, Japanese Giant Garnet mustard greens are the star of any salad. When they’re in season, you’ll be eating them with everything!”
 - Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer
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Seeds Per Package
- 2 g packet - Approximately 988 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 14,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 56,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 224,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 1,120,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 5,600,000 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Brassica juncea ’Japanese Giant Garnet’ |
| Japanese Giant Garnet Mustard Color: | Bright green stems and foliage. |
| Japanese Giant Garnet Mustard Flavor: | Peppery and sharp. |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 20-30 days |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 days |
| Seeding Depth: | ½-1 1/2" |
| Row Spacing: | 6-8" |
| Plant Height: | 45-50" |
| Growth Habit: | Erect, low growing. |
| Soil Preference: | High in organic matter with a pH of 6.0-8.0 pH. Keep moist but well-draining. |
| Temperature Preference: | 45-85°F |
Other
| Plant Width: | 20-30” |
| Pests and Disease: | Subject to common pests and diseases. Proper cultural practices such as not overwatering, prompt weed removal, and crop rotations are the best defenses against potential problems. |