Description: (Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica). A taste of Kyoto’s culinary heritage, this heat-tolerant Mizuna variety was originally bred to withstand the heat and intense humidity of Japan’s interior. Mizuna is suitable for several harvests and can be eaten at all stages. This variety is traditionally sown for high summer harvest when the juicy, watery stems make the most refreshing mid-day snack.
Description: (Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica). With their flaming serrated foliage tinged in a deep, fiery red that flickers like a flame, these bring to mind sizzling fireworks. The crimson- crackled leaves are abundant in anthocyanin, a polyphenol known for its health benefits and immune-boosting properties. Ideally, seeds are sown in late summer or early fall. As winter approaches and temperatures drop, the flashy crimson hue of the leaves becomes more pronounced. Unlike its spicier green mizuna cousins, Benigoromo boasts a mild and crisp, subtle mustard flavor, making it best enjoyed raw in salads. The leaves add a striking contrast to green lettuces; however, their colorful pigmentation fades when cooked.
Description: (Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica). A traditional variety from the mountainous Kyoto region of Japan. This variety boasts superb cold tolerance, especially during the germination stage, making Early mizuna well adapted to early spring sowing. This variety will remain tender, even after several harvests, and will not readily go to seed. Harvest as micro, baby, or mature greens, and repeatedly harvest up to five times for a super high-quality green. It has long stems that are tender, juicy, and dark, as well as nutritious greens.
Description: (Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica). A delicious and ornamental mizuna from Japan. Mizuna is one of the healthiest vegetables that you can grow. It is a good source of vitamin C, as well as folate and the powerful antioxidant glucosinolate. This feathery light green is suitable for raw eating in complex and flavorful salads or try steaming or stir frying. Japanese Pink mizuna is a combination of dense nutrition, rich flavor, and eye appeal. The stems of this variety are a lavender-pink hue, which indicates high levels of the antioxidant anthocyanin. The delicious leaves will often take on a pink color as well when grown in favorable conditions!
Mizuna Seeds, Japanese Red Mustard:
Description: (Brassica juncea). This peppery mustard green that is beloved in Japan and commonly found in gourmet salad mix. The frilly, lace-like foliage packs loads of zippy hot flavor, and is excellent added to salads, soups, and stir-fries. A reliable variety for the farmer or gardener. It can be harvested many times for baby greens or grown full size. This cool season-loving green turns a deeper shade of purple when exposed to cold.
