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Can You Grow Mustard Greens in Kentucky?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–10b

Kentucky last frost

mid-March

Kentucky first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

30–40 days

When to plant Mustard Greenses in Kentucky

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

Apr 14 – Apr 24

Dates are approximate, based on Kentucky'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 Kentucky

Kentucky has a humid continental climate transitioning to subtropical in the south. Long warm summers support tomatoes, peppers, and most common vegetables. Tobacco country.