📍 Buffalo, SC · Zone 8a · Last frost Friday, March 20, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Mizuna in Buffalo, South Carolina (29321)
Location
Buffalo, South Carolina
ZIP Code
29321
USDA Zone
8a
Last Frost
Friday, March 20, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Friday, February 20, 2026
Based on last frost Friday, March 20, 2026 · Zone 8a
Pro tip: Sow Mizuna directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ 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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🤝 Good Companions
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Mizuna
See which plants help Mizuna thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →
🛠️ Supplies You'll Need
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟢 EasyWhen 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.
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 Buffalo, South Carolina? +
In Buffalo (Zone 8a), direct sow Mizuna outdoors around Friday, February 20, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Buffalo, South Carolina? +
The average last spring frost date for Buffalo, South Carolina (ZIP 29321) is around Friday, March 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8a.
How long does Mizuna take to grow? +
Mizuna typically matures in about 40 days from direct sowing. In Buffalo, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, February 20, 2026 plus 40 days.
Should I start Mizuna indoors or direct sow in South Carolina? +
Mizuna does best when direct sown outdoors. In Buffalo, sow directly around Friday, February 20, 2026.
Other Plants for Buffalo
Growing Mizuna in Zone 8a
Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Buffalo, South Carolina, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 20, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, March 20, 2026. Mizuna grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.