Tatsoi Asian Mustard Greens Heirloom Vegetable SeedsBrassica rapaListing is for 1 packet of minimum 25 seeds Tatsoi is a near perfect substitute for spinach, except it grows better in warmer climates such as the south/Florida. It tolerates heat better than spinach. So if you have a hard time growing spinach, try Tatsoi. Tatsoi has a milder flavor compared to spinach. It does not remind me of a "mustard green" type flavor even though this is a mustard. The leaves cook down and have a similar texture to spinach. The leaves are lush, glossy, and grow in a beautiful rosette shape. Tatsoi has more vitamin C than an orange, plus other minerals and nutrients. I like to throw a big handful of blood meal in each planting hole, which is high in nitrogen and supports lots of green leafy growth. Ideal Growing Conditions Sun: Does best getting 6 hours of sun a day. Grow in partial shade in hot climates. Water: Keep the soil consistently moist Fertilizer: Add some blood meal into the planting hole before transplanting or work some into the soil before direct sowing seeds. This one time application of fertilizer should be enough for the entire growing season. When & How To Sow Seeds: Can direct sow after all danger of frost has passed and continue into summer. Direct sowing the seeds is the easiest method. Rake some blood meal into the soil to give tatsoi a nitrogen boost. Sprinkle a few seeds over the soil surface, pat down, cover with 1/4 inch of soil, and water in. Keep the soil moist and it will germinate quickly. Or if you prefer, sow a few seeds in a container. Like a 4 inch pot or 72 cell seed tray. Transplant once the root system has developed and filled the container. Start fertilizing seedlings with a liquid fertilizer at half strength once the first set of true leaves appear. Germination: 3-10 days Days To Maturity: 50 days after direct sowing the seed How & When To Harvest: Harvest individual leaves as needed. Common Diseases: Fungal leaf diseases like downy mildew, black spot, and powdery mildew can sometimes be an issue especially in wet conditions. Proper plant spacing to improve air flow, not watering overhead, and pruning out excess foilage helps. Spray with 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide per gallon of water every 3 to 5 days until you notice the spread has stopped. Common Pests: The most common pest when growing tatsoi is aphids. Use a strong spray of water to dislodge aphids from the leaves. For more severe infestations, spray with organic insecticidal soap or spinosad. Do I have a YouTube video tutorial on how to grow this? Not yet Additional Tips/Information: My recipe that uses Tatsoi - Tatsoi Ravioli with a Creamy Lemon & Sage Sauce
