White Mustard (Green Manure) - organic seeds

White Mustard

Why Use White Mustard as Green Manure?

White mustard (Sinapis alba) is an annual plant from the Brassicaceae family, widely used as green manure due to its fast growth and numerous soil benefits.

• Soil Enrichment: Increases organic matter, improves soil structure, and enhances microbial activity.
• Weed Suppression: Forms a dense cover that prevents weed growth naturally.
• Biofumigation: Helps suppress harmful soil organisms such as nematodes (parasitic worms) and other pathogens.
• Natural Protection: Prevents soil erosion and promotes long-term soil fertility.

Sowing & Growth

• Sowing Period: March – early October.
• Sowing Depth: Directly on bare soil; lightly compact for optimal germination.
• Moisture Requirements: Keep the soil moist for better seedling development.
• Growing Conditions: Adapts well to various climates and soil types.

Maintenance & Soil Improvement

• Mowing & Incorporation: Cut or shred the plants after 1.5 months, allowing them to decompose naturally.
• Soil Benefits: Lightly incorporate plant material to release nutrients into the soil.
• Frost Management: Late-season sowing allows frost (-5°C) to naturally break down the plants.

For maximum soil improvement and weed suppression, white mustard should be mowed before full bloom and incorporated into the soil.

Crop Rotation & Disease Prevention

To avoid diseases like clubroot (Plasmodiophora brassicae):
✔ Do not plant white mustard in the same area consecutively.
✔ Avoid sowing cruciferous crops like cabbage, turnip, radish, or arugula before or after mustard.
✔ Follow proper crop rotation for long-term soil health and fertility.

Recommended Seeding Rate:

🌱 200 grams per 100m² for effective soil coverage and maximum enrichment.

With its fast growth, natural weed suppression, and soil-enhancing properties, white mustard is an excellent choice for sustainable farming and ecological gardening. 🌿