Red Giant
Brassica juncea
 Red Giant
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Seed #051 |
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This vigorous growing broad leaf mustard is cold tolerant and slow to bolt. It has a mild mustard flavor. The broad red-purple veined leaves are attractive in edible landscaping.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 2300-2500 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 45 days
- Planting season: Early spring or late summer/early fall
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in early to late spring or late summer to early fall. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Bolting will occur when temperatures and day length increase. Rotate crop at least every 3 years.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Thin
To |
Row
Distance |
Plant
Height |
| 45-85°F |
1/4-1/2" |
1" |
8-10" |
18-24" |
18-24" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Harvest at any stage, micro-greens to baby leaf for salads and sandwiches, as well as flowers and seed pods. Mature leaves are excellent for pickling, cooking and juicing.
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