Byrd Mustard Organic Seeds – Fast-growing Southern heirloom with bold, spicy greens; perfect for sautés, soups, and nutrient-rich microgreens.

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Bring a touch of Southern tradition to your garden with Byrd Mustard, an heirloom variety prized for its vibrant green leaves and bold, peppery flavor. This fast-growing mustard is a favorite in Southern cooking, thriving in a variety of conditions and producing tender, flavorful greens that can be enjoyed young as microgreens or mature for stir-fries, soups, and sautés. Its rich nutritional content, packed with vitamin A, C, K, and antioxidants, makes it both a powerhouse in the kitchen and a superfood in your diet.

🌱 Growing Information

• Scientific Name: Brassica juncea

• Life Cycle: Annual

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches

• Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Temperature Range: 45–75°F (7–24°C)

Byrd Mustard is incredibly easy to grow, ideal for both new and seasoned gardeners. Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 3–4 weeks prior for an early harvest. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep and space them 2–4 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart. Thin seedlings once they reach 2 inches tall for larger, fuller leaves. Keep soil consistently moist, as dry conditions can lead to bitterness.

🌿 Harvest & Use

Harvest young leaves at 20–30 days for baby greens or allow them to mature to 40–50 days for full-size leaves. Regular harvesting encourages continued leaf production. Mature leaves have a robust, tangy flavor, excellent when lightly sautéed with garlic or added to soups for depth and spice. Young leaves are milder, perfect for fresh salads or microgreen mixes.

Byrd Mustard also adds beautiful texture to garden beds with its upright, leafy growth and deep green hue. When left to flower, it produces small yellow blooms that attract pollinators and beneficial insects, making it a great companion plant for tomatoes, peppers, and beans.

🍽 Culinary & Nutritional Benefits

Byrd Mustard is a staple in traditional Southern and Asian cuisines. Its bold mustard flavor adds complexity to collard mixes, rice dishes, and fermented foods. Try it in:

• Sautés with olive oil and onions for a flavorful side dish.

• Soups and stews, where its slight bitterness balances rich broths.

• Microgreens, harvested within two weeks for a mild, spicy kick.

• Pickled mustard greens, a traditional preservation method that enhances their tang.

Nutritionally, these greens are high in fiber, folate, calcium, and potassium, supporting digestion, bone health, and immune function.

🌾 Companion Planting & Organic Benefits

Mustard greens like Byrd Mustard act as a biofumigant crop, naturally deterring soil-borne pests and improving garden soil health when used as green manure. They make excellent companions for:

• Lettuce and spinach (for quick rotation plantings)

• Peppers and tomatoes (to help reduce nematodes)

• Radishes and beets (for balanced growth)

🌻 Sustainability & Heritage

As a Southern heirloom variety, Byrd Mustard represents generations of seed saving and regional adaptation. It’s well-suited for organic gardens and regenerative farms, offering reliable yields even in cooler or unpredictable weather.

🌼 Summary

✔ Fast-growing heirloom that thrives in most climates
✔ Bold, spicy leaves for Southern-style cooking
✔ Excellent for microgreens, baby greens, or mature harvest
✔ Nutrient-dense and high-yielding
✔ Pollinator-friendly and soil-improving

Transform your garden and your plate with Byrd Mustard Organic Seeds, a timeless green that’s as flavorful as it is nourishing. Whether you’re cultivating a backyard bed, a raised planter, or a market garden, this Southern classic delivers reliable harvests and unforgettable taste.