Crimson Tide Mustard, Heirloom Seeds

Crimson Tide Mustard, Heirloom Seeds — Ornately Fringed Purple and Green Baby Leaf Greens

Crimson Tide Mustard (Brassica juncea) is the baby leaf mustard that delivers maximum visual impact with minimum effort. Ornately fringed purple and green leaves with thin, tasty green stalks deliver a peppery flavor that is milder than arugula and packed with nutrients. Leaves turn a deeper, richer purple when growth temperatures are cool — making this an exceptional choice for early spring and fall plantings. Perfect for small-space and indoor gardens, and makes outstanding microgreens. Very easy to grow. Baby leaf harvest at 20–25 days, full maturity at 45 days.

Why Grow Crimson Tide Mustard?

• Ornately fringed purple and green leaves — visually stunning in the garden and on the plate
• Milder than arugula — peppery but approachable, packed with nutrients
• Deeper purple in cool weather — color intensifies with cold temperatures
• Outstanding microgreen — perfect for small-space and indoor gardens
• Very easy to grow — reliable and fast
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, 1–2 inches apart. Thin to 6 inches. Full sun to part shade. Water consistently. Does not grow well in warm, dry weather — best in cool conditions. Harvest baby leaf at 20–25 days or allow to grow to full maturity at 45 days.

Days to maturity: 20–25 days (baby leaf), 45 days (mature)
Packet size: 1.0 g / 500+ seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Annual
Spacing: 6 plants per sq ft
Sun: Full sun to part shade
USDA Zones: All U.S. zones