How To Grow Mizuna

From the name, you can probably tell that is an oriental vegetable. However, can you tell what type of veggie it is? I have already shown you how to grow chinese cabbage and even how to grow shishito peppers, in your garden. In today’s blog post we will be talking a look at how to grow mizuna, It’s perfect for use in stir fries, as well as salads like mesclun or spring mix.

Also known as Jingshui Choy,The scientific name for this member of the cabbage family is Brassica rapa var. juncea. Its origins have been traced back to China and Japan. There are actually several different varieties to choose from, like the Kyona Mizuna and the Purple Mizuna. If you like you can grow it in containers too, that would allow you to have a fall and winter crop too.

How To Grow Mizuna
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Here’s What You’ll Need:

When growing it in spring, wait until mid or late spring to either direct sow into the ground or grow seedlings indoors. The soil should have both compost and manure worked into it. Recommended plant spacing is between 8 to 10 inches, if you are planning to harvest like lettuce. However, you can use 1 inch apart spacing for microgreens. In both instances sow the seeds about a 1/4 inch deep.

When it comes to watering, you want your soil moist at all times but not too wet. Again if engaging in a continuous harvest, make sure you apply diluted fish emulson fertilizer to boost growth. As for pests, keep an eye out for flea beetles. Your crop should ideally be ready for harvest within 40 days, the leaves will be about 3 to 4 inches long.

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How To Grow Mizuna

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