Mitsuba Planting Guide
Mitsuba (Japanese parsley) is a shade-loving herb with trefoil leaves and a mild celery-parsley flavor. It is essential in Japanese cuisine for soups, salads, and garnishes.
Cryptotaenia japonica · Vegetable · Apiaceae family · 50–70 days to maturity
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Where Can You Grow Mitsuba?
Mitsuba Growing Regions
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Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 4a | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | Apr 29 | Jun 24 – Aug 19 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | Apr 24 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 21 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | Jun 13 – Aug 8 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 14 | Apr 4 | Apr 11 | Jun 6 – Aug 1 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | May 29 – Jul 24 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 27 | May 22 – Jul 17 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 18 | May 13 – Jul 8 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 11 | Mar 4 | Mar 11 | May 6 – Jul 1 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 1 | Feb 22 | Mar 1 | Apr 26 – Jun 21 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 21 | Feb 11 | Feb 18 | Apr 15 – Jun 10 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Feb 3 | Mar 31 – May 26 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 28 | Jan 4 | Jan 18 | Mar 15 – May 10 |
How to Plant Mitsuba
🍂 Fall planting: Sow 10 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Consistent moisture produces the best results.
🧪 Soil pH
6 – 7
Prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil — ideal for most garden beds.
🗺️ Hardiness Zones
Zone 4a – 9b
📅 Days to Maturity
50–70 days
Quick-growing crop. Multiple plantings per season are possible.
👪 Plant Family
Apiaceae
Rotate with other families yearly to prevent soil-borne diseases. Don't plant in the same spot where Apiaceae family crops grew last year.
Succession Planting Mitsuba
Mitsuba matures in just 50–70 days, making it ideal for succession planting. In a typical 180-day growing season, you can get up to 4 successive plantings by sowing every 5.7 weeks.
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Growing Tips for Mitsuba
Direct sow or start indoors in partial shade. Mitsuba prefers cool, moist conditions. Harvest outer stems as needed. Self-sows readily in shaded garden areas.
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Mitsuba by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Mitsuba?
Mitsuba (Cryptotaenia japonica) takes 50 to 70 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Mitsuba grow in?
Mitsuba can be grown in USDA zones 4a through 9b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Mitsuba need?
Growing Mitsuba requires Partial Shade (3-6 hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.