Description

Botanical Interests' Rosette Tatsoi seeds offer a unique twist on traditional bok choy with its spoon-shaped, dark green leaves arranged in a rosette form. This cold-tolerant variety thrives in temperatures as low as 15°F and is perfect for winter harvests, even when snow is on the ground. With a slightly mustard-like flavor and a smooth texture, Rosette Tatsoi is not only prized for its nutritional benefits, including high calcium and vitamins, but also for its decorative appeal. Harvest in just 45 days for a nutrient-packed green that's ideal for containers and cool-season gardens.

440 Seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. narinosa
Days to Maturity: 45 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Eurasia
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial usually grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: 4″–6″ tall, 6″–8″ wide. More spacing between plants produces wider rosettes/plants.
Variety Information: Very attractive, spoon-shaped, dark green, thick leaves arranged in a rosette form. Soft texture.
Attributes: Good for Containers

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 60°F; ideally, 65°–75° F. Sow again in late summer and fall. In mild climates, sow in the fall or winter for cool-season harvest.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended due to quick maturity.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ¼”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6″
Row Spacing: 12″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 6″

Growing Info:

Harvesting: Harvest in the morning, if possible. Harvest individual, outer leaves as the plant grows and/or cut the entire plant at the base when it is full size. Dunk the harvest in cold water and drain before storing.