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When to Plant Mizuna in Hawaii

Mizuna is a mild-flavored Japanese mustard green with feathery, deeply serrated leaves. It is fast-growing and makes an excellent addition to salads and stir-fries.

Hawaii spans USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Click your county for exact Mizuna planting dates based on your local frost dates.

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Mizuna Planting Calendar for Hawaii

โ–ธ Zone 11a ~364 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: January 1 ยท First frost: December 31 ยท 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors December 4 Dec 4 โ€“ Dec 18
Transplant Outdoors January 1 Jan 1 โ€“ Jan 15
Direct Sow December 11 Dec 11 โ€“ Jan 1
Fall Sowing November 5 Nov 5 โ€“ Nov 19
Harvest February 5 Feb 5 โ€“ Mar 5
โ–ธ Zone 11b ~364 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: January 1 ยท First frost: December 31 ยท 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors December 4 Dec 4 โ€“ Dec 18
Transplant Outdoors January 1 Jan 1 โ€“ Jan 15
Direct Sow December 11 Dec 11 โ€“ Jan 1
Fall Sowing November 5 Nov 5 โ€“ Nov 19
Harvest February 5 Feb 5 โ€“ Mar 5

Growing Tips for Hawaii

Direct sow in spring or fall. Harvest outer leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again approach. Mizuna is one of the most cold-tolerant Asian greens.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Mizuna in Hawaii?

Planting dates for Mizuna in Hawaii depend on your USDA zone. Hawaii spans zones 11a, 11b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Hawaii for planting?

Hawaii contains USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state โ€” northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.