Cauliflower - Hon Tsai Tai Choy Sum Purple

Xotica Hon Tsai Tai - Choy Sum Purple

Latin name: Brassica rapa var. parachinensis

Hon Tsai Tai, also known as Choy Sum Purple, is an Asian leafy vegetable with decorative purple stems and dark green leaves. It is fast-growing and has a mild, slightly sweet and nutty flavor. The entire plant, including the stems, leaves and flowers, is edible and is often used in stir-fries, soups, steaming and salads.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 1 g seeds
• Sowing time: March–September (direct sowing)
• Harvest time: April–October
• Sowing depth: 0.5–1 cm
• Plant distance: 20 cm
• Row spacing: 30 cm
• Height: 30–50 cm
• Location: Sun to partial shade
• Soil type: Nutritious, well-drained and moisture-retaining soil
• Watering: Regular, keep the soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering

Cultivation tips:

• Harvest early for a milder flavor or allow to grow to full size.
• Can be grown in a pot or outdoors.
• Tolerates light frost and can overwinter in mild climates.

Use: Perfect in wok, soups, salads and lightly steamed as a side dish.

Hon Tsai Tai - Choy Sum Purple is a beautiful and easy-to-grow Asian vegetable that produces a bountiful harvest of flavorful leaves and crispy stems. An excellent choice for both the garden and the kitchen!