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When to Plant Mizuna in Bradford, Illinois (61421)

Location

Bradford, Illinois

ZIP Code

61421

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, March 28, 2026

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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Growing Mizuna in Zone 5b

Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bradford, Illinois, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Mizuna grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.