Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark red with red-blushed cotyledons
Size: 5 g
Shape: Feathery, finely divided leaves
Flavour: Mild, slightly peppery mizuna flavor with tender microgreen texture.

Salad garnish, Asian cuisine, gourmet plating, fresh greens

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
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8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

RadishFast-growing companion that helps break up soil and doesn't compete for space

LettuceSimilar growing requirements and harvest timing, efficient use of growing space

SpinachCompatible cool-season crop with similar water and light needs

PeasNitrogen fixation enriches soil for leafy greens, compatible growth habits

ChivesNatural pest deterrent against aphids and flea beetles that target brassicas

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and has similar cool-weather preferences

CarrotsRoot depth doesn't compete with shallow microgreen roots

ArugulaFellow brassica with compatible growing conditions and harvest timing

Mustard GreensSame family (Brassicaceae) leading to increased pest attraction and disease susceptibility

BroccoliCompetes for nutrients as fellow brassica and attracts same pests like cabbage worms

TomatoesDifferent water and temperature requirements, tomatoes prefer warmer conditions

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.