VEGETABLE Tatsoi Seeds
Botanical Name: Brassica rapa var. narinosa
Tatsoi, also known as “spoon mustard,” is a versatile Asian leafy green that is fast and easy to grow. Its tender, spoon-shaped leaves offer a mild, nutty flavor, making it a delicious addition to salads, stir-fries, and soups. Tatsoi can be grown as a ‘cut and come again’ baby leaf or allowed to reach full maturity for a robust harvest.
Why Grow Tatsoi?
- Also known as spoon mustard or spinach mustard.
- Suitable for growing in containers or hydroponic systems.
- Ideal crop for home or commercial growers, as it can be harvested as a microgreen (7-10 days), baby leaf (21 days), or full maturity (45 days).
- Tatsoi is part of the Brassica family and has a mild, slightly mustardy flavor.
- Nutrient-rich and widely used in Asian and fusion cuisine.
- Perfect for salads, stir-fries, soups, and as a side for savory dishes.
Growing Instructions (Baby Leaf/Full Maturity)
- Best harvested when leaves are young and tender for a delicate flavor.
- Can be grown year-round in most climates, but cooler temperatures produce a sweeter, crisper leaf.
- Tatsoi is frost-tolerant and can be grown into late autumn in milder climates.
- Bolting may occur in warm temperatures, so shade in summer or plant in cooler months for best results.
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Annual leafy vegetable, grows in compact rosettes up to 30 cm wide.
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate Climates: Early spring to autumn.
- Tropical Climates: Best sown in cooler months.
- Germination: 5 – 10 days
- Depth: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep.
- Position: Full sun to partial shade; provide afternoon shade in hot climates.
- Sow Where: Directly into garden soil, raised beds, or containers.
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil with pH 6.0 – 7.5.
- Spacing: Thin seedlings to 15 – 20 cm apart.
Details:
- Water consistently to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Weed regularly to promote strong growth and reduce competition.
Harvest:
Harvest baby leaves in 2-3 weeks, or allow plants to reach full maturity in 45 days. Tatsoi can be harvested as a “cut and come again” crop, making it ideal for continuous picking throughout the growing season.
Growing Instructions (Microgreens):
- Use soil or coir peat in a shallow tray; hydroponic systems are also suitable for tatsoi microgreens.
- Spread seeds evenly over moist soil, covering lightly with a thin layer of soil.
- Keep in a dark, ventilated area for 2-3 days to encourage germination.
- Place tray in indirect sunlight once sprouts emerge, watering lightly twice daily.
- Harvest when microgreens reach 5 – 7 cm, typically within 7-10 days.
