When is the best time to sow Northeast mustard?

Northeast mustard sowing time

Mustard belongs to the Cruciferae family and Brassica genus. It is sensitive to environmental temperature. If the surrounding temperature is too low, the survival rate will be very low. Therefore, it is best to sow it in summer and autumn. Northeast mustard is generally sown around October.

Northeast mustard sowing method

If direct seeding is used for Northeast mustard, the soil can be renovated in advance, sufficient base fertilizer can be applied, and disinfection can be done before planting. The hole depth is generally 2-3cm, and 5-6 seeds are sown in each hole. The seeds should be scattered and not crowded together. For small varieties, the row spacing is 40×50 cm, and for large varieties, the row spacing is 50×55 cm.

If Northeast mustard is grown using the seedling transplanting method, the seedlings need to be raised in advance and then transplanted into the field. The spacing between the seedlings should be about 7 cm. They should be transplanted in late September to mid-October. One strong seedling should be planted in each hole, standing upright in the center of the soil. Fill the hole with soil and compact it. After transplanting, be sure to water it thoroughly to allow the roots to take root.

Key points for planting Northeast mustard

Northeast mustard will germinate 3-5 days after sowing. After 20 days of germination, when two true leaves grow, the seedlings can be thinned out and the missing holes can be filled with strong seedlings. The seedlings in overcrowded areas should be pulled out. During the growth period, inter-row cultivation and weeding are required to reduce nutrient loss, and top dressing should be applied in time to ensure its healthy growth.

Northeast mustard is ripe for harvest

The growth rate of Northeast mustard is very fast, taking about 30 days from sowing to harvesting. Its yield per mu will be affected by the variety and planting technology, and generally reaches about 1,000 kilograms.