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Mizuna Red Empire Seeds – Growing Guide

Key Attributes

Product Name: Mizuna Red Empire Seeds
Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
Growth Habit: Fast-growing, leafy green
Mature Height: 10-18 inches
Days to Maturity: 35-50 days (baby greens at 20-25 days)
Flavor Profile: Mildly peppery, slightly sweet
Hardiness: Cold-tolerant, heat-resistant
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (4-6 hours of sunlight daily)
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil (pH 6.0-7.0)
Uses: Salads, stir-fries, soups, and garnishes

Planting Instructions

Direct Sowing (Preferred Method)

• Sow seeds outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest.
• Plant seeds ¼ inch deep, spaced 2-4 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart.
• Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart for larger leaves.

Indoor Sowing

• Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost.
• Transplant outdoors when seedlings have 2-3 sets of true leaves and temperatures are mild.

Care & Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks for vigorous growth.
• Mulching: Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Succession Planting: Sow new seeds every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvests.

Harvesting

• Baby Greens: Harvest when leaves are 3-4 inches long (20-25 days).
• Mature Leaves: Cut outer leaves as needed or harvest the entire plant at 35-50 days.
• Regrowth: If harvesting outer leaves, the plant will continue producing for multiple cuttings.

Pest & Disease Control

• Common Pests: Flea beetles and aphids—use row covers or neem oil.
• Common Diseases: Downy mildew and leaf spot—ensure proper air circulation and avoid overhead watering.