Bring vibrant flavor and delicate texture to your garden with Mizuna “Baby Leaf” Seeds, a premium non-GMO variety of Asian mustard greens. Known for its frilly leaves and mild, peppery taste, Mizuna is a favorite choice for salads, stir-fries, and microgreen mixes.
This cool-season leafy green is remarkably easy to grow, thriving in both containers and garden beds. With quick germination and repeat harvest potential, it’s an excellent choice for home gardeners who want continuous yields of fresh greens throughout the growing season.
Features
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Produces tender, frilly leaves with mild, peppery flavor
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Non-GMO and heirloom-quality seeds
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Perfect for salads, stir-fries, and baby green mixes
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Fast-growing and ideal for cut-and-come-again harvesting
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Suitable for containers, raised beds, and open gardens
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Cool-season crop that thrives in mild climates
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Brassica rapa var. nipposinica
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Common Name: Mizuna, Japanese Mustard Greens
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Type: Annual leafy vegetable
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
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Zones: USDA Hardiness Zones 4–9
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Season: Best planted in early spring or fall
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Height: 10–16 inches
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Spread: 6–12 inches
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Germination Time: 5–10 days
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Planting Depth: ¼ inch deep
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Temperature: 55–70°F (13–21°C) for optimal germination
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GMO Status: Non-GMO
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Heirloom: Yes
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Lifespan: Annual
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Foliage Color: Bright green leaves with serrated edges
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Harvest Time: 20–40 days after planting
Planting Guide
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Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.
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Space seeds 6 inches apart or broadcast for baby leaf harvests.
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Keep soil moist during germination (5–10 days).
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Harvest young leaves when 3–4 inches long for best flavor.
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Continue harvesting outer leaves to encourage regrowth.
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Replant every few weeks for continuous greens throughout the season.
