Mustard Seeds – Early Mibuna
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Other Common Names: Mibu greens, ren sheng cai, mibu-na.
How to Grow Early Mibuna Mustard
Sow seeds 4-6 weeks before the final frost date, or start indoors for transplanting. Sow 5-6 seeds 1/2 inch deep and 4 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Sow every two weeks into autumn for a continuous harvest. Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting outside for an early harvest. The flavor is best when grown in fertile soil and watered well. Work compost or mature manure into the earth to increase fertility and moisture retention. Early Mibuna is outstanding for undercropping and intercropping.
Thin the seedlings to 1 plant every 12 inches once true leaves establish. Do not worry about bolting unless high temperatures persist. Early Mibuna does well when grown in containers and unheated greenhouses throughout the year. Some gardeners have begun using this plant as a cover crop with success. With this crop, your imagination is your limit!
