Tatsoi

Tatsoi forms low rosettes in fertile, well-drained soil around pH 6.0-7.5 and grows best in cool weather. Add compost and use light nitrogen feeding as needed; keep moisture even and leaves clear of soggy soil.

Sun

Full sun to part shade

Water

Even moisture; about 1 in/week including rain

Spacing

6 in

First harvest

25–45 days

Tips

• Sow 1/4 inch deep and thin to 6-8 inches for whole rosettes, or closer for baby-leaf harvest.
• Water gently at soil level for about 1 inch weekly, avoiding prolonged saturation.
• Use insect netting to protect seedlings from flea beetles and inspect beneath rosettes for slugs.
• Keep beds weed-free and remove yellowing leaves to improve airflow around the low canopy.
• Harvest individual outer leaves while preserving the center, or cut the whole rosette before bolting.