Brassica rapa

Dark green exterior leaves have a solid interior of beautifully blanched spicy tasting leaves that are tender and crisp. Heads have a pronounced taper towards the tip and average 45cm (18in) high and 10cm (4in) in diameter. Very large, spicy leaves are produced prior to heading up.

Growing Instructions:

Sow seed indoors in a soil-less mixture, 5 weeks before last frost date. Sow 6mm (1/4in) deep and keep at 20C (70F) for the 7-10 day germination period. Grow at a slightly cooler temperature before planting outside in late May. Space plants 45cm (18in) apart in rows, with rows at 75cm (30in) apart.Best grown summer into fall. Optimum growing conditions are cool days 12-21C(55-70F) with cool to cold nights 4-10C(40-F).