Mizuna 'Mild'

Family: Brassicaceae Leafy Green

Tender and quietly aromatic, Mizuna ‘Mild’ brings a soft, leafy sweetness with a gentle pepper-kissed finish—never sharp, always inviting.

The frilly, finely cut leaves form a lush rosette with a crisp, succulent bite that holds beautifully in salads and quick stir-fries, and shines when folded into warm greens for sauces. Grow it for harvests that feel delicate yet abundant, with flavor that stays balanced from first snip to full maturity at about 35 days.

Light: Part SunMaturity: 35 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 18th
Harvest Begins	May 23rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	35
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Mizuna ‘Mild’ is the smart choice when you want brassica snap without the bite—its finely frilly leaves stay crisp under a light toss and cook down quickly into silky, tender greens. It loves bright acid and a little umami so the gentle pepper-kissed finish reads clean, not sharp.

Best Uses

tossed raw in a thin vinaigrette—keeps its crunch and won’t taste aggressively peppery
quick stir-fry to gloss with oil and garlic, then stop while it’s still bright
wilted/steamed greens folded into warm egg dishes
folded into broth-based soups for a tender, frilly mouthfeel

Flavor Profile

soft leafy sweetness gentle peppery finish crisp, succulent bite mildly aromatic brassica character

Kitchen Pairings

lemon garlic sesame oil soy sauce ginger soft cheeses like ricotta

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often affects mizuna (Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa), and how can I manage it at home?

Mizuna commonly suffers from flea beetle damage (small shot-holes on leaves), especially in warm, dry weather. Protect seedlings with row cover until plants are well established, and use yellow sticky traps to monitor adult beetles. If infestation is heavy, spot-treat with insecticidal soap on the underside of leaves, repeating every 5–7 days as needed while avoiding treatment during peak heat.

How often should I water mizuna during its main growing phase?

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the 2–4 weeks after sowing, because mizuna leaf growth depends on steady moisture. Water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, aiming for deep soaking that reaches the root zone. If the soil stays soggy, roots and lower leaves are more prone to rot—so improve drainage rather than increasing watering.

How do I know when mizuna ‘Mild’ is ready to harvest?

Harvest about 30–35 days after sowing when leaves are large enough for cutting, typically around 4–6 inches tall. Use scissors to cut outer leaves first, leaving the center to regrow for a second harvest. For best tenderness and mild flavor, harvest before plants bolt and leaves become tougher or more bitter.