Tatsoi

Brassica rapa var. rosularis

Leaf vegetable

Brassicaceae

Annual or perennial depending on variety

China

Tatsoi forms compact rosettes of dark green leaves. It is highly cold tolerant and ideal for cool‑season gardens.

food garden, permaculture, home garden

Full sun

Medium

Water deeply but allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between watering. Consistent moisture encourages stronger root systems and healthier plant growth.

Rich organic soil with compost

6.0–7.2

16–30°C

Low

Medium

Medium

Spring–Summer

Aug–Nov

Australia

Easy

Food production

1 m

40–60 cm

Medium

Seed or seedlings

None

Some gardeners start seeds indoors to extend the growing season.

5 mm

50 cm

40 cm

7–14 days

20–25°C

3–4 weeks

60–100 days

Medium

Remove damaged leaves and encourage airflow.

Medium

Medium

Seasonal

Fully developed edible portion

Harvest regularly to encourage continued growth and productivity.

Medium

Leaves or fruit

Widely used in fresh cooking and seasonal meals.

Some varieties have traditional herbal uses.

Occasionally used in natural skincare.

Generally safe when consumed as food crops.

Medium

Bees, hoverflies, beneficial insects

Most vegetables

Some pest insects depending on species

Healthy soil and diverse companion planting help balance pests naturally.

Encourages biodiversity and strengthens resilient garden ecosystems.

basil, marigold, onion, garlic, nasturtium, carrot

potato, fennel, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower

Cultivated by many cultures as part of traditional food gardens.

Food plants are often seen as symbols of nourishment and connection to land.

Abundance

Healthy growth

Represents nourishment and self‑sufficiency

Healthy soil often improves flavour dramatically.

Grow Tatsoi if you want a productive crop that responds well to sunlight, compost-rich soil, and companion planting.