1,000 Black Mustard Seeds - Heirloom Brassica nigra for Culinary & Medicinal Use, Non-GMO

Product Overview

Black Mustard (Brassica nigra) seeds are an heirloom variety prized for their culinary and medicinal uses. These fast-growing annual seeds produce dark brown to black seeds that add a bold, spicy flavor to mustards, pickles, and spice blends. Ideal for home gardens, they are non-GMO and easy to cultivate.

Key Features

• Variety: Heirloom Black Mustard Seeds (Brassica nigra)
• Growth Habit: Fast-growing annual herb
• Culinary Use: Enhances flavor in mustard, pickling, Indian cuisine, and spice blends
• Medicinal Benefits: Traditionally supports digestion, circulation, and respiratory health
• Pollinator Friendly: Produces yellow flowers that attract bees and beneficial insects
• Drought-tolerant and rich in antioxidants
• Self-seeding and compatible with cabbage, kale, and other Brassicas

Growing Information

• Days to Maturity: 80-90 days for seed production
• Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth
• Soil: Prefers well-draining, moderately fertile soil with pH 5.5-7.0
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging
• Planting: Direct sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, spaced 4-6 inches apart after the last frost in early spring or late summer
• Harvesting: Collect seed pods when brown and dry, then thresh to extract seeds