2000 Yellow Mustard - Brassica Alba Seeds

Add Yellow Mustard to your garden for a flavorful, multi-use plant that’s as attractive as it is useful!

Grow your own Yellow Mustard with Brassica alba seeds, a versatile and easy-to-grow plant that adds a spicy kick to your culinary creations. Known for its bright yellow flowers and the seeds that produce the classic yellow mustard condiment, this hardy annual is a great addition to any garden. Whether you’re growing for the seeds, edible greens, or just to enjoy its vibrant blooms, yellow Mustard is a must-have for gardeners and food enthusiasts alike.

Specifications for Yellow Mustard Seeds:

• Species: Brassica alba
• Flavor: Mild, tangy
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist
• Germination Time: 7-10 days
• Plant Spacing: 6-12 inches apart
• Harvesting: Greens in 3-4 weeks; seeds after flowering and pod drying

Growing Instructions:

1. Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or fall. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil, spaced about 6 inches apart.

2. Light Requirements: Yellow Mustard thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates.

3. Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mustard prefers consistent moisture for optimal growth.

4. Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with moderate fertility. Yellow Mustard is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions but performs best in loamy, fertile soil.

5. Germination: Seeds typically germinate within 7-10 days. Thin seedlings to 6-12 inches apart to allow for proper growth.

6. Harvesting: Harvest the greens when they are young and tender, usually within 3-4 weeks. For seeds, allow the plants to flower and form seed pods, then harvest when the pods dry out.