Quantity
Around 600 seeds
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Discover the plant
Family
Brassicaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
The organic 'Great Wave Miike' mustard is a remarkable variety that immediately catches the eye with its broad, wavy, purplish-green foliage, bringing a graphic and refined presence to the vegetable garden. Vigorous and fast-growing, Brassica juncea is as decorative as it is flavorful, ideal for gardeners who like to harvest characterful leaves. Its supple, veined texture enlivens market garden beds throughout the season, while its generous growth allows for repeated cuttings as needed. On the palate, it reveals a pungent and frank flavor, reminiscent of rocket while retaining the warm and spicy identity of the best Asian mustards. Easy to grow in loose, fertile, well-drained soil, it appreciates bright exposures that promote abundant and well-colored foliage. Its upright silhouette adds dimension to leaf crops, while attracting attention with its almost ornamental beauty. Picked young or more mature, it enriches salads, stir-fries, and garnishes with a lively and stimulating note. Original, productive, and elegant, 'Great Wave Miike' mustard is an excellent choice for adding more dimension, color, and personality to both the garden and the kitchen.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F)
Establishment time
3 to 7 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Soil
Loose, fertile, and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest20 to 45 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCabbage, carrots, lettuce
Avoid planting withStrawberry plants
Salads, stir-fries, condiment, harvesting young leaves
