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Mustard Chirimen Hakarashi Seeds - Mustard Greens Seeds for Home Garden

Mustard Chirimen Hakarashi Seeds - Mustard Greens Seeds for Home Garden

$16.99 USD
$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting. Plant seeds ¼–½ inch deep. Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart depending on available space. Use succession sowing every few weeks for continuous harvest.

How to Grow

Maintain consistent soil moisture and avoid waterlogging. Fertilize with organic compost or balanced fertilizer for healthy leaf development. Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Monitor for pests such as aphids, flea beetles, and caterpillars; treat with organic controls if necessary.

Tips

Prefers cool weather (60–65°F)

Succession planting ensures continuous harvest

Suitable for containers and raised beds

Harvest outer leaves first to encourage new growth

Ideal for salads, stir-fries, soups, and garnishes

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Upright

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright / Compact

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Mustard Chirimen Hakarashi Seeds - Mustard Greens Seeds for Home Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Mustard Chirimen Hakarashi (Brassica juncea) is a compact, fast-growing leafy green with curled, tender leaves. Ideal for Japanese-style salads, stir-fries, soups, and garnishes, this annual thrives in cool weather. Non-GMO and high-germination, it is perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and containers. Succession planting ensures a continuous supply of fresh, flavorful greens.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Fall

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

12–18 inches

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun to Partial Shade

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

6–12 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.25 inch

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Cool

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000122213

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Chirimen Hakarashi mustard a popular garden vegetable?

Chirimen Hakarashi is appreciated for its finely curled, textured leaves, vigorous growth, and attractive appearance, making it a distinctive addition to home vegetable gardens.

Where can Chirimen Hakarashi mustard be grown?

It grows well in vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers with fertile, well-drained soil and a location that receives plenty of sunlight.

When is the best time to harvest the leaves?

Harvest the young leaves as needed for tender greens, or allow them to mature further depending on your preferred leaf size and culinary use.

How can Chirimen Hakarashi mustard be used in the kitchen?

The leaves are suitable for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, steamed dishes, and a variety of homemade recipes.

Does regular harvesting encourage continued leaf production?

Yes, harvesting the outer leaves regularly allows the center of the plant to continue producing fresh growth throughout the growing season under suitable conditions.

Can Chirimen Hakarashi mustard be grown in containers?

Yes, it performs well in deep containers with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil, consistent moisture, and full sun, making it ideal for patios, balconies, and small-space gardens.