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When to Plant Mustard in Lake Cicott, Indiana (46942)

Location

Lake Cicott, Indiana

ZIP Code

46942

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, March 9, 2026

Pro Tip: Mustard can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica juncea
Days to Maturity 56 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 1-7 days

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Growing Mustard in Zone 6a

Mustard (Brassica juncea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Lake Cicott, Indiana, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 9, 2026.

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