Tatsoi Mustard Green is a traditional Asian heirloom vegetable forming low, compact rosettes of deep green, spoon-shaped leaves. Known for its tender texture and mild, slightly sweet mustard flavor, tatsoi can be harvested young for baby greens or matured for full leaves. It thrives in cool weather, making it perfect for spring and fall gardens. This fast-growing variety is versatile in the kitchen—delicious raw in salads, quickly stir-fried, or added to soups. Seeds are heirloom, Non-GMO, and open-pollinated, ideal for gardeners looking for healthy, nutrient-rich greens.
How to Plant
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When: Sow directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest. Can also be grown in containers.
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Soil & Sun: Fertile, well-drained soil; full sun to partial shade.
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Depth: ¼ inch.
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Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch apart, thin to 6–8 inches; rows 12–18 inches apart.
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Water: Keep soil consistently moist for tender leaves.
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Days to maturity: 45–55 days (25–30 for baby leaves).
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Harvest: Pick outer leaves for cut-and-come-again harvest, or cut entire rosette at maturity.
Cooking Tips
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Salads: Harvest baby leaves for a tender, mild green.
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Stir-Fries: Toss full-grown leaves with garlic, soy, or sesame.
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Soups: Add near the end of cooking for fresh flavor.
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Smoothies: Blend raw leaves for added nutrition.