When to Plant Mizuna in Camrose, AB
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.
Camrose, Alberta is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.
At an elevation of 2,424 feet, Camrose receives approximately 17.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly dark brown chernozem soil. Summer highs average 72°F, so choose short-season varieties of Mizuna to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Mizuna successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Camrose Soil Profile
Soil Type
Dark Brown Chernozem
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Mizuna Planting Timeline — Camrose, AB
Mizuna Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 31 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 12 | May 12 – May 26 |
| Direct Sow | May 5 | May 5 – May 26 |
| Harvest | June 16 | Jun 16 – Jul 14 |
| Fall Sowing | July 14 | Jul 14 – Jul 28 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
30–45 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 4b
📆 Growing Season
147 days in Camrose
Growing Tips for Camrose
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mizuna in Camrose, AB?
Camrose is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 12. Plan your Mizuna planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Camrose, AB?
Camrose, Alberta is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and first fall frost is October 6.
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