Mizuna Growing Guide

Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica

Mizuna

Crop Rotation Group

Brassicas (Cabbage family) 

Soil

Rich, moist soil, firm with plenty of well rotted compost dug in.

Position

Sun or partial shade preferred.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not required if good soil.

Spacing

Single Plants: 25cm (9") each way (minimum)
Rows: 20cm (7") with 30cm (11") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

In areas with cooler summers, mizuna can be sown almost all year round, except for the coldest mid winter months. In areas with hot summers, avoid sowing in the hot mid summer months.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Keep soil moist in dry weather to prevent bolting (running to seed.)

Harvesting

Harvest as required.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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