India Mustard
Brassica juncea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 6"–24" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
OH
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
India mustard is an annual herb that produces clusters of small yellow flowers from May through July. This fast-growing plant can reach up to 4 feet tall and is commonly grown as both an edible crop and cover crop in gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
India Mustard takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Considered a weedy agricultural crop
- Can self-seed aggressively
- Dies back completely as annual leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The bright yellow flowers attract bees, beneficial beetles, and flies during its extended bloom period. As a member of the mustard family, it provides nectar and pollen resources during late spring and summer months.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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