The Red Mizuna is a Japenese microgreens very similar to arugula, with serrated purple leaves and a mild mustard flavor. Perfect to give a different and tender touch in salads and baby leaf mixes. It has diuretic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, in addition to vitamins.
Easy care and fast growing. Sow from mid-September to March, at a depth of 0.5-1cm. Also all year long with intervals of about 21 days. Water after sowing. Prefers light, rich and well-drained soils.
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Botanical name | Brassica rapa subsp. nipposinica |
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Average germination (%) | 80 |
Climate Zone | Mediterranean |
Foliage color | Purple |
Germination (in days) | 3-7 |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard |
Seeds per gram | 750 |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh, Well-drained |
Soil - Type | Light, Rich |
Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |