VEGETABLE Mizuna Seeds
Botanical Name: Brassica rapa var. nipposinica
Mizuna is a fast-growing, easy-to-grow leafy green with finely serrated, feathery leaves and a mild, slightly peppery flavor. Perfect for salads, stir-fries, and soups, mizuna adds a unique texture and a subtle zing to a variety of dishes. This versatile green is a favorite in Japanese cuisine and an ideal addition to any kitchen garden.
Why Grow Mizuna?
- Delicate, mild flavor with a hint of spice, perfect for raw or cooked dishes.
- Produces tender, serrated leaves that add texture to salads and garnishes.
- Suitable for “cut and come again” harvesting, providing a continual supply of fresh greens.
- Grows well in containers, raised beds, or garden plots.
- Excellent choice for home gardeners and chefs looking to add variety to their leafy greens.
Growing Instructions
- Sow seeds directly into garden beds or containers, as mizuna adapts well to various growing environments.
- Thin seedlings to allow adequate space for growth; overcrowding can reduce airflow and lead to mildew.
- Keep soil consistently moist for tender, flavorful leaves; mizuna prefers cooler growing conditions.
- Consider successive sowing every few weeks for a continual harvest throughout the season.
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Annual leafy green, grows up to 30-40 cm in height.
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate Climates: Early spring to autumn.
- Tropical Climates: Best sown in cooler months.
- Germination: 5 – 10 days
- Depth: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep.
- Position: Full sun to partial shade; partial shade in warmer climates.
- Sow Where: Directly into well-drained garden soil, raised beds, or containers.
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil with pH 6.0 – 7.0.
- Spacing: Thin seedlings to 10 – 15 cm apart for optimal growth.
Details:
- Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially in dry conditions.
- Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and reduce weed growth.
Harvest:
Harvest young leaves for baby greens within 3-4 weeks or allow plants to mature for full-size leaves in 40-50 days. Use scissors to cut leaves as needed, encouraging new growth for extended harvesting.
