Description
Mustard Seeds - Early Mibuna. Heirloom, Brassica rapa var. japonica. Also known as mibuna. 21-40 days to maturity. NonGMO. Cool season annual. This traditional (heirloom) Japanese green vegetable, dento yasai, is cultivated in Mibu, Kyoto prefecture. An early open pollinated variety, this vigorous grower produces a dense cluster of long, narrow, rounded, dark green leaves. The delicious leaves have a mild mustard flavor. Cut for baby leaves as early as 21 days. This variety is cold tolerant. It is very similar to mizuna green. Prefers mild and cool temperatures. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or late summer/ early fall. Avoid hot summer planting for best results. Sow seeds every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Suitable for harvesting both as young and mature greens. Young leaves are tender and used fresh for salads. More mature leaves are used for yosenabe, sukiyaki, ohitashi and pickling. Approx 11100 seeds/oz.
