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When to Plant Mizuna in Jones County, TX

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.

Jones County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 230 days.

At an elevation of 2,973 feet, Jones County receives approximately 48.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Mizuna during the growing season.

Jones County, TX (Zone 8a) Long season
230 days
Last Spring Frost March 26
230 growing days
First Fall Frost November 11

Jones County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Mizuna Planting Timeline — Jones County, TX

Mizuna Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 19 Feb 19 – Mar 5
Transplant Outdoors March 26 Mar 26 – Apr 9
Direct Sow March 12 Mar 12 – Apr 2
Harvest April 30 Apr 30 – May 28
Fall Sowing September 2 Sep 2 – Sep 16

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow Harvest
May Harvest
June
July
August
September Fall Sowing
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 8a

📆 Growing Season

230 days in Jones County

Growing Tips for Jones County

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.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Mizuna in Jones County, TX?

Jones County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 26. Plan your Mizuna planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Jones County, TX?

Jones County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and first fall frost is November 11.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Jones County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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