Mizuna Green Seeds

Mizuna Green Seeds

Nutritional Highlights:

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K
• Excellent source of antioxidants
• Contains essential minerals like calcium, iron, and potassium
• Possesses anti-inflammatory properties

Growing Instructions:

Garden Cultivation:

Sowing: Sow seeds directly into well-drained soil in early spring or late summer.
Planting Depth: Cover seeds lightly with soil.
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.
Sunlight: Mizuna prefers full sunlight to partial shade.
Harvesting: Harvest leaves as needed, cutting them just above the soil line.

Microgreen Cultivation:

Soaking: Soak seeds in warm water for 2-4 hours to speed up germination.
Planting: Sow seeds on a moistened growing medium, such as soil or coconut coir.
Light: Place the tray in a bright, well-lit area.
Watering: Mist the growing medium daily to keep it moist.
Harvesting: Harvest microgreens when they reach 1-2 inches in height, using scissors to cut them at the base.

Culinary Uses:

• Add fresh mizuna leaves to salads, soups, and stir-fries.
• Use mizuna as a base for pesto or as a wrap for sushi.
• Sauté mizuna with garlic and olive oil as a side dish.
• Use mizuna microgreens as a flavorful and nutritious topping for salads, sandwiches, and soups.
• Mizuna has a slightly peppery, mustardy flavor that adds a unique taste to dishes.
• It can be enjoyed raw or cooked.