{"product_id":"mustard-seed-non-gmo","title":"Mustard seed - non-gmo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMustard Seed (non-GMO) is an annual broadleaf cover crop and biofumigant seed (Brassica juncea or Sinapis alba) that produces large amounts of biomass high in glucosinolates.\u003c\/strong\u003e When chopped and incorporated, those glucosinolates break down into compounds toxic to nematodes and soil-borne disease organisms, making it a natural soil-building and pest-suppression cover crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover crop and biofumigant seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica juncea or Sinapis alba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual broadleaf, up to 5 feet, moderately frost resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiofumigant action:\u003c\/strong\u003e High glucosinolate biomass suppresses nematodes and soil-borne disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 25 lbs per acre, or 1 to 2 lbs per 1,000 square feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall-planted cover crop to retain nutrients and suppress weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring green manure to suppress nematodes and disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving water penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding soil organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 1.5 inches deep in a firm, moist seed bed at 15 to 25 lbs per acre (1 to 2 lbs per 1,000 square feet). Mustard does not tolerate drought. Allow the plants to grow fairly large to maximize glucosinolate concentration, then chop fine and incorporate into the soil. Allow 2 weeks for the plant to break down before planting a new crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Soil Makers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Soil Makers supply non-GMO cover crop and biofumigant seed to support soil-first, sustainable gardening and farming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Soil Makers","offers":[{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":50458955153686,"sku":"sku-14632538767402","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 lbs","offer_id":50458955186454,"sku":"sku-43728292708576","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/MUSTARDSEEDJAR_094c802a-ca9a-4163-af69-4799736d5015.jpg?v=1789321778","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/mustard-seed-non-gmo","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}