Mizuna / Japanese mustard greens

Plant family

Crucifers (Brassicaceae)

Also known as

Spider Mustard

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Plant distance

3 cm

Row spacing

15 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm

Instructions

End of March

Sowing

End of March

Pest protection

Description

Mizuna or Japanese mustard cabbage is a robust Asian lettuce that belongs to the cruciferous family. Since even the young plantlets are cold-tolerant, mizuna can be grown all year round except for the hot summer months. Characteristic of leaf mustard are its pinnate, light green leaves. With its subtle pungency and pretty leaves, mizuna therefore makes a great addition to salads. But it can also be used very well in a stir-fry or as a condiment.

Growing tips

Mizuna grows well in a sunny location with loose, humus-rich soil. The seeds can be sown in the bed from June to September. They can be sown in cold frames from September to March. In spring, you should look for a bolt-resistant variety. For an easier harvest, always sow five seeds in one place. The seedlings are easy to care for, but should always have enough water available. You can then harvest for the first time four to six weeks after sowing. If you cut off the leaves 4-5 cm above the ground, new ones will grow back and you can harvest up to five times.