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Growing Mustard Greens in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Mustard Greens can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 22x)

Zone12b
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest45
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Mustard Greens in Zone 12b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 4

Direct sow Mustard Greens seeds outdoors around Dec 4. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

Harvest: Jan 18

First harvest approximately Jan 18 (~45 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Nov 19

For a fall harvest, plant Mustard Greens around Nov 19 (6 weeks before first frost).

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Track Mustard Greens from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.

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