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Can You Grow Mustard Greens in Alaska?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b

Grows well here

Mustard greens grow fast and easy in your zone — two crops per year in spring and fall.

Plant zones

4a–10b

Alaska last frost

mid-April

Alaska first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

30–40 days

When to plant Mustard Greenses in Alaska

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

May 15 – May 25

Dates are approximate, based on Alaska's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Mustard Greens

Mustard greens are one of the fastest crops in the garden — ready in 4-6 weeks with a spicy, peppery kick. Huge in Southern US, Indian, and Asian cuisines.

Direct sow in early spring or fall — hot weather triggers bolting and extreme bitterness. Harvest outer leaves continuously. Baby leaves at 3 weeks are excellent for salads. Grows well indoors under lights.

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Gardening in Alaska

Alaska ranges from subarctic to maritime climates. The interior has very short summers but intense sunlight. Coastal areas are milder. Cold-hardy crops and greenhouses are key.