Add a splash of color and crunch to your greens!
Purple Mizuna is a showstopper in the garden and on the plate. With its deeply serrated, purple-tinged leaves and mild, peppery flavor, this Japanese mustard green brings both beauty and bite. It’s fast-growing, easy to harvest, and perfect for gardeners who love vibrant, flavorful greens that keep coming back for more.
Variety: Purple Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. japonica)
Growth Habit: Cool-season annual
Height: 10–14 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, peppery, and crisp
Color: Green leaves with striking purple veins and stems
Planting Conditions: Direct sow in full sun to partial shade
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 30–40 days
Uses: Salads, stir-fries, baby greens, and microgreens
Fun Fact: Mizuna is a traditional Japanese green that’s gaining popularity in gourmet kitchens for its color, texture, and flavor.
Purple Mizuna is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Its frilly, purple-streaked leaves add a pop of color and a gentle zing to salads, wraps, and stir-fries. It’s also a favorite for microgreens, quick to grow and packed with flavor. Whether you’re harvesting baby leaves or letting it mature, this green brings elegance and energy to your meals.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 4–6 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil moist for tender, flavorful leaves.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 6–8 inches apart for healthy growth.
✂️ Harvest: Snip young leaves for baby greens or harvest the whole plant. Regrows well after cutting!
