Mizuna

VarietyBrassica rapa subsp. nipposinica

Also called water greens, kyona, Japanese mustard greens, spider mustard, Brassica rapa

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Typeleafy green vegetable

“Mizuna, also known as konya, Japanese mustard greens, "spider" mustard, or California peppergrass” — What Is Mizuna And What Does It Taste Like?

Days to maturity35–47.5 days

Germination temperature60 °F

Lightpartial shade

WaterMedium (consistent moisture but avoid soggy conditions)

“Water regularly to keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging” — Mizuna Growing Guide: Cultivation Tips and Culinary Uses

Soil pH6–7

Hardiness zones3a – 11b

Spacing6 in

Propagationseed

“Either works. Start seed indoors, or sow straight into the garden.” — How to Grow Mizuna: 40–50 days — SoilStack

Start indoors10 weeks before last frost

“Fall planting: Sow 10 weeks before your first frost date” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

Transplant—

“Transplant shows '—' because Mizuna is best direct sown where it will grow.” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

Ready whenouter leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again approach

“Harvest outer leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again approach” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

Edible partsleaves

“Mizuna is a mild-flavored Japanese mustard green with feathery, deeply serrated leaves.” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

IndoorsStart seeds indoors with reusable cell trays and humidity domes.

“Start seeds indoors with reusable cell trays and humidity domes.” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

Companionslettuce, spinach, radish, carrots, beans, snap peas, onions, mushrooms, peppers

“Good Companions Lettuce, Spinach, Radish” — Mizuna Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

Keep away fromstrawberries

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