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When to Plant Mizuna in Eagle River, Wisconsin (54521)

Location

Eagle River, Wisconsin

ZIP Code

54521

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Based on last frost Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · Zone 4b

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"

☀️ 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 →

🛠️ 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 Eagle River, Wisconsin? +

In Eagle River (Zone 4b), direct sow Mizuna outdoors around Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Eagle River, Wisconsin? +

The average last spring frost date for Eagle River, Wisconsin (ZIP 54521) is around Tuesday, May 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 4b.

How long does Mizuna take to grow? +

Mizuna typically matures in about 40 days from direct sowing. In Eagle River, that means you can expect harvest around Tuesday, April 7, 2026 plus 40 days.

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

Mizuna does best when direct sown outdoors. In Eagle River, sow directly around Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

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Growing Mizuna in Zone 4b

Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Eagle River, Wisconsin, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Mizuna grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.