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When to Plant Mizuna in Abbeville, Alabama (36310)

Location

Abbeville, Alabama

ZIP Code

36310

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

πŸ“… Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 Β· Zone 8b

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

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica rapa var. nipposinica
Days to Maturity 40 days
Mature Height 8-18"
Spread 8"

β˜€οΈ 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

CarrotOnionBeetSpinach

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

StrawberryTomato
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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 β†’

πŸ› οΈ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟒 Easy
βœ… Open-pollinated β€” 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 β€” isolate by 300 feet for purity.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4Γ—8 bed fits 4 per sq ft of Mizuna. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size β†’

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Mizuna in Abbeville, Alabama? +

In Abbeville (Zone 8b), direct sow Mizuna outdoors around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Abbeville, Alabama? +

The average last spring frost date for Abbeville, Alabama (ZIP 36310) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.

How long does Mizuna take to grow? +

Mizuna typically matures in about 40 days from direct sowing. In Abbeville, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, February 15, 2026 plus 40 days.

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

Mizuna does best when direct sown outdoors. In Abbeville, sow directly around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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Growing Mizuna in Zone 8b

Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Abbeville, Alabama, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Mizuna grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.