When to Plant Mitsuba in Bienville Parish, LA
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.
Bienville Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 16 and the first fall frost is November 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 241 days.
At an elevation of 438 feet, Bienville Parish receives approximately 56 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Mitsuba during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Mitsuba root diseases.
Bienville Parish Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
5.9-6.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Mitsuba Planting Timeline — Bienville Parish, LA
Mitsuba Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 9 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Direct Sow | March 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 23 |
| Fall Sowing | September 3 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Harvest | May 4 | May 4 – Jun 29 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | — |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
50–70 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 8a
Growing Season
241 days
Growing Tips for Bienville Parish
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.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mitsuba in Bienville Parish, LA?
Bienville Parish is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 16. Plan your Mitsuba planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Bienville Parish, LA?
Bienville Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 16 and first fall frost is November 12.
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