Choy Sum Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Choy Sum seeds produce fast-growing, leafy plants with slender stems and small yellow flowers. This cool-season plant is well-suited to temperate climates and grows efficiently in garden beds, containers, and raised planters. It prefers fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture for even growth. The plants establish quickly and are commonly grown in short seasonal cycles for home gardening and small-scale cultivation.

Features

• Fast-growing, upright leafy growth habit
• Suitable for containers, raised beds, and open garden spaces
• Adapted to cool-season growing conditions
• Produces tender stems and leafy growth
• Suitable for small-space and home garden planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Brassica rapa var. parachinensis
• Common Name (US): Choy Sum
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright, leafy plant
• USDA Zones: 2 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring, Fall
• Growing Season: Cool season (Spring to early Summer, Fall)
• Sowing Season: February to April, August to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 15 to 22°C with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate, regular watering to maintain soil moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 25 to 40 cm height, 20 to 30 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 15 to 25 cm apart