Kong Xin Cai Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Kong Xin Cai, also known as Water Spinach or Kangkong, is a fast-growing leafy vegetable valued for its tender green leaves and hollow stems. It thrives in warm weather with full sun, fertile soil, and regular moisture. The young leaves and stems are commonly harvested for fresh cooking.

Features

• Fast-growing leafy vegetable
• Produces tender green leaves and hollow stems
• Warm-season crop suitable for home gardens
• Can be grown in garden beds or containers
• Suitable for repeated harvesting
• Prefers warm temperatures and consistent moisture
• Ideal for fresh cooking and Asian-style dishes
• Performs well in fertile, moisture-retentive soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ipomoea aquatica
• Common Name (US): Water Spinach
• Seed Type / Variety: Kong Xin Cai Leafy Vegetable
• Growth Habit: Fast-growing herbaceous vine
• USDA Zones: 9–11
• Planting Season: Spring to summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Germination Time: 5–14 days
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: High; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 1–3 feet tall or trailing
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 6–12 inches apart