When to Plant Mizuna in Hamilton, Pennsylvania (15744)

Location

Hamilton, Pennsylvania

ZIP Code

15744

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, March 23, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, April 20, 2026 · Zone 6a

Pro tip: Sow Mizuna directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica rapa var. nipposinica

Days to Maturity 40 days

Mature Height 8-18"

Spread 8"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-7 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Monday, March 23, 2026.

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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Mizuna

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Let plants bolt fully. Harvest seed pods when tan and dry before they shatter.

Processing

Thresh dried stalks to release seeds, winnow to separate from chaff.

Seed Viability

Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Mizuna is a Brassica rapa and will cross with other mustard-family plants — isolate by 300 feet for purity.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 4 per sq ft of Mizuna. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Mizuna in Hamilton, Pennsylvania? +

In Hamilton (Zone 6a), direct sow Mizuna outdoors around Monday, March 23, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Hamilton, Pennsylvania? +

The average last spring frost date for Hamilton, Pennsylvania (ZIP 15744) is around Monday, April 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6a.

How long does Mizuna take to grow? +

Mizuna typically matures in about 40 days from direct sowing. In Hamilton, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, March 23, 2026 plus 40 days.

Should I start Mizuna indoors or direct sow in Pennsylvania? +

Mizuna does best when direct sown outdoors. In Hamilton, sow directly around Monday, March 23, 2026.

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Growing Mizuna in Zone 6a

Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hamilton, Pennsylvania, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Mizuna grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.