Choy Sum Seed

A fast growing Asian green grown for its tender stems, leaves, and edible flower buds.

 

Brassica rapa var. parachinensis ‘Choy Sum’ produces upright plants with glossy green leaves, crisp stems, and clusters of small yellow flowers.

 

Harvested young, the whole plant is edible and prized for its sweet, mild flavour. Popular in stir-fries, soups, and steamed dishes, it is a staple of Asian cuisine and highly nutritious, rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron

 

Seed Qty Approx 500

 

Sow March to August direct outdoors or indoors from February

Germination 7 to 14 days at 15 to 20°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height/Spread 20 to 30 cm tall, 15 to 20 cm spread

Harvest 30 to 50 days from sowing

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in shallow drills 1 cm deep, spacing rows 20 cm apart. Germination usually occurs within 1 to 2 weeks. Thin seedlings to 10 to 15 cm apart when large enough to handle. For a continuous supply, sowings can be staggered every 2 to 3 weeks

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells to encourage tender growth. Brassica rapa var. parachinensis thrives in cool conditions and benefits from successional sowing. Harvest when plants are young and tender, before flower buds fully open. Pick whole plants or cut stems to encourage regrowth

 

Uses and Benefits

Tender stems, leaves, and flower buds for cooking

Sweet mild flavour ideal for stir-fries and soups

Fast-growing crop ready in 30 to 50 days

Highly nutritious, rich in vitamins and minerals

Easy to grow and rewarding for gardeners of all levels

 

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