Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seeds
Grow intensely flavoured Wasabi Mustard microgreens at home in approximately 8–14 days. Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seeds produce fast-growing green seedlings with a distinctive hot, peppery mustard flavour reminiscent of wasabi. Their fresh heat and tender texture make them an excellent choice for salads, sandwiches, Asian-inspired dishes, sushi accompaniments and restaurant garnishes.
Wasabi Mustard is a particularly useful microgreen variety for growers looking for stronger flavour than mild brassicas such as broccoli, kale and cabbage. The seedlings establish quickly, require relatively little growing space and can be produced indoors throughout the year with adequate light, moisture and ventilation.
Seedmart Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seeds are supplied as untreated seed for growing purposes and are available in packet and bulk quantities for home and commercial microgreen growers.
Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seed Details
| Botanical name | Brassica juncea | Variety | Wasabi Mustard | Seed treatment | Untreated | Pre-soak | Not required | Approximate sowing rate | Approximately 20–25 g per 10 × 20 inch tray | Growing medium | Soil, coir or hemp growing mats | Germination | Approximately 2–4 days | Typical harvest | Approximately 8–14 days | Availability | Retail packets and bulk quantities |
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Why Grow Wasabi Mustard Microgreens?
- Fast-growing mustard microgreen with a relatively short crop cycle.
- Distinctive hot, peppery flavour reminiscent of wasabi and horseradish.
- Excellent for adding flavour and visual freshness to salads and garnishes.
- Particularly well suited to Asian-inspired dishes and specialty microgreen mixes.
- Suitable for growing indoors throughout the year.
- Can be grown on soil, coir or hydroponic hemp growing mats.
- No seed pre-soaking required.
- Suitable for home and commercial microgreen production.
- Available in smaller packets and economical bulk quantities.
- Supplied by an Australian-owned seed company.
How to Grow Wasabi Mustard Microgreens
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are well suited to shallow growing trays and do not require pre-soaking. For a standard 10 × 20 inch microgreen tray, approximately 20–25 grams of seed provides a useful starting sowing rate. Adjust the quantity according to your tray dimensions, growing medium and preferred crop density.
- Prepare the growing tray.
Add approximately 3–4 cm of moist growing medium to a shallow tray and gently level the surface. Suitable media include quality soil, coir or a purpose-made hemp growing mat. - Sow the Wasabi Mustard seeds.
Spread the seed as evenly as possible across the surface. Aim for consistent coverage without allowing the small seeds to form thick piles or heavily overlap. - Mist thoroughly.
Use a spray mister to moisten the seeds and growing surface evenly. - Stack or cover the tray.
Cover with another tray during the initial germination period. Light, even weight can help maintain good contact between the seeds and growing medium. Keep the trays away from direct sunlight during this stage. - Maintain moisture during germination.
Check the crop regularly and water as required to keep the growing medium evenly moist without waterlogging it. Germination commonly begins within approximately 2–4 days under suitable conditions. - Introduce the seedlings to light.
Once the seedlings are established and pushing upward, remove the covering tray and move them into a position with suitable natural or artificial growing light. - Harvest the microgreens.
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are commonly ready to harvest approximately 8–14 days after sowing. Cut the stems cleanly just above the growing medium when the seedlings have reached your preferred size and stage.
What Do Wasabi Mustard Microgreens Taste Like?
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are grown primarily for their distinctive flavour. The young seedlings have a fresh, hot mustard taste with a sharp peppery character reminiscent of wasabi and horseradish. The flavour is considerably stronger than mild microgreens such as broccoli, cabbage or kale.
The heat provides an interesting contrast when Wasabi Mustard is combined with milder microgreens. It can also be used by itself when a more pronounced mustard flavour is desired.
Because flavour intensity can vary with growing conditions and harvest stage, growers may wish to taste the crop as it develops and harvest at their preferred stage.
How to Use Wasabi Mustard Microgreens
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are particularly useful when a dish needs fresh greens combined with a noticeable peppery kick. Their flavour makes them popular with chefs, restaurants, caterers and home cooks looking for something more distinctive than mild green microgreens.
They can be added to salads, sandwiches and wraps, served alongside sushi and sashimi-style dishes, used in Asian-inspired meals, scattered over rice and noodle dishes, or added as a fresh garnish immediately before serving.
Wasabi Mustard also works well in mixed microgreen blends. Combining a smaller proportion with milder varieties can add a spicy accent without allowing the mustard flavour to dominate the entire mix.
Is Wasabi Mustard the Same as Wasabi?
No. Wasabi Mustard and true Japanese wasabi are different plants.
| Feature | Wasabi Mustard Microgreens | True Wasabi |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical group | Brassica juncea mustard | Eutrema japonicum |
| Microgreen crop | Fast-growing tray crop | Not the plant sold here |
| Flavour | Hot, peppery mustard flavour with a wasabi-like character | Distinctive pungent flavour associated with Japanese wasabi |
| Typical use | Fresh microgreens and garnishes | Rhizome and other plant parts used as a culinary ingredient |
Important: The name “Wasabi Mustard” refers to the variety’s distinctive hot, wasabi-like flavour. These seeds are mustard and are not true Japanese wasabi seed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do Wasabi Mustard microgreens take to grow?
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are commonly ready for harvest approximately 8–14 days after sowing. Growth rate varies according to temperature, light, moisture, growing medium and other growing conditions.
Do Wasabi Mustard microgreen seeds need to be soaked?
No. Mustard Wasabi microgreen seeds do not normally require pre-soaking before sowing. They can be sown directly onto a moist growing medium.
How many Wasabi Mustard seeds should I use in a 10 × 20 tray?
Approximately 20–25 grams of Wasabi Mustard microgreen seed per standard 10 × 20 inch tray provides a useful starting sowing rate. Growers can adjust the density according to their equipment, growing medium and preferred crop.
Can Wasabi Mustard microgreens be grown without soil?
Yes. Wasabi Mustard microgreens can be grown using suitable soilless media such as coir or purpose-made hemp growing mats. The growing medium should provide reliable moisture while allowing appropriate drainage and airflow.
How long do Wasabi Mustard microgreen seeds take to germinate?
Wasabi Mustard seeds commonly begin germinating approximately 2–4 days after sowing under suitable conditions. Temperature and moisture can influence germination speed.
Do Wasabi Mustard microgreens need light?
The seeds do not require light during initial germination. Once the seedlings are established and pushing upward, remove the covering tray and expose them to suitable natural or artificial growing light.
When should I uncover Wasabi Mustard microgreens?
The crop can generally be uncovered once germination is well established and the seedlings are beginning to push upward against the covering tray. This commonly occurs within the first few days, depending on growing conditions.
When should Wasabi Mustard microgreens be harvested?
Wasabi Mustard microgreens are commonly harvested approximately 8–14 days after sowing. Cut the stems just above the growing medium using clean scissors or a suitable harvesting knife.
What do Wasabi Mustard microgreens taste like?
Wasabi Mustard microgreens have a hot, peppery mustard flavour with a distinctive wasabi-like character. They are considerably stronger in flavour than mild brassica microgreens such as broccoli, cabbage and kale.
Are Wasabi Mustard microgreens actually wasabi?
No. Wasabi Mustard is a mustard grown for its distinctive spicy flavour. It is not true Japanese wasabi (Eutrema japonicum).
How can I use Wasabi Mustard microgreens?
Wasabi Mustard microgreens can be added fresh to salads, sandwiches, wraps, rice and noodle dishes, Asian-inspired meals and mixed microgreen blends. Their strong flavour also makes them particularly useful as a fresh garnish.
Can Wasabi Mustard microgreens be grown indoors?
Yes. Wasabi Mustard microgreens are well suited to indoor production and can be grown throughout the year when provided with suitable temperatures, moisture, airflow and adequate light after germination.
Are Wasabi Mustard microgreens suitable for commercial growers?
Yes. Their fast growth and distinctive flavour make Wasabi Mustard suitable for commercial microgreen production, particularly for restaurant supply, specialty garnishes and spicy microgreen mixes.
Where can I buy Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seeds in Australia?
Seedmart supplies untreated Mustard Wasabi Microgreen Seeds in packet and bulk quantities for home growers, market gardeners, microgreen farms, restaurants and businesses throughout Australia.
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