Korean Mustard Seeds 'Jeok' (Brassica juncea) – Reddish-Purple Leaves with Spicy Flavor – Great for Salads & Stir-Fries
Minimum: 50+ Seeds
Spicy Korean Mustard • Reddish-Purple Leaves • Culinary & Garden Favorite
Bring color and bold flavor to your garden with Jeok Mustard, a traditional Korean variety known for its striking reddish-purple leaves and peppery bite. This mustard green grows quickly and easily, producing lush foliage that looks beautiful in the garden and adds a spicy punch to your plate.
Jeok Mustard is a standout for home cooks and farmers alike. Its vibrant leaves are packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal addition to salads, stir-fries, pickles, and fermented dishes. Whether you’re growing in a backyard bed, a raised planter, or a market field, this variety offers consistent performance and an unforgettable taste.
🌿 Why Grow Jeok Mustard?
✅ Traditional Korean variety with cultural and culinary significance
✅ Deep reddish-purple leaves that add beauty and variety to garden beds
✅ Fast-growing and easy to harvest within just a few weeks
✅ Delicious raw, cooked, or fermented
✅ Excellent for succession planting in spring or fall
🍽️ How to Use It in the Kitchen
• Add baby leaves to salads for color and spice
• Stir-fry mature greens with garlic and sesame oil
• Use in kimchi, quick pickles, or fermented blends
• Steam or sauté with other greens for a warming side
• Enjoy raw in wraps or as a spicy garnish
🌱 Growing Information
• Botanical Name: Brassica juncea
• Days to Germination: 3 to 7 days
• Days to Maturity: 30 to 50 days (baby to full size)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil with compost
• Spacing: 6 to 12 inches depending on harvest size
• Sowing: Direct seed in early spring or late summer for best results
Jeok Mustard grows quickly and is well-suited to cool-season planting. For a continuous supply, sow every 2 to 3 weeks and harvest outer leaves as needed.
👩🌾 Perfect For
• Beginner gardeners looking for fast, rewarding greens
• Home chefs interested in bold, fresh ingredients
• Growers seeking culturally significant, heirloom crops
• Farmers market vendors offering unique Asian greens
• Gardeners who want ornamental beauty with edible use
🌟 Why Buy from Terra Mater Gardens
We’re committed to offering rare and culturally meaningful seeds that thrive in real-world gardens. Each variety is selected for its beauty, performance, and flavor.
✔️ Open-pollinated and non-GMO
✔️ Easy-to-grow heirlooms with culinary value
✔️ Carefully packed for freshness and high germination
✔️ Ideal for kitchen gardens, market plots, and seasonal menus
Whether you’re a first-time grower or a seasoned farmer, Terra Mater Gardens is your trusted source for bold, flavorful crops that stand out in every season.
🌱 Add spice and color to your next harvest
With its beautiful leaves and unmistakable flavor, Jeok Mustard is an essential variety for adventurous growers and flavorful kitchens.
🛒 Order now and grow something unforgettable.