Mizuna Seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Mizuna is a cool-season leafy green that grows as a fast-maturing annual with a loose, spreading rosette of finely serrated leaves. It thrives in mild temperatures and performs well in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant establishes quickly and can be harvested repeatedly during the growing season. It is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container cultivation where consistent moisture supports steady leaf production.

Features

• Fast-growing leafy plant with rosette growth habit
• Suitable for cool-season cultivation
• Adapts to garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Performs well in full sun to partial shade
• Supports repeated harvesting during the season

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Brassica rapa var. nipposinica
• Common Name (US): Mizuna
• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy vegetable seed
• Growth Habit: Rosette-forming annual
• USDA Zones: 4 to 10
• Planting Season: Early spring or fall
• Growing Season: Cool season
• Sowing Season:
  • Temperate regions: February to April or September to November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 3 to 7 days in cool to moderate temperatures (10–20°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 20 to 40 cm height, 20 to 30 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 15 to 25 cm apart