🥬 Tatsoi, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Tatsoi in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
🌱 Plant profile: Tatsoi, with sowing times for your region, companion plants and common pests.
When to Sow in SEQ
Flat rosette of dark spoon-shaped leaves. Fast, cut-and-come-again. Great in stir fries and salads.
Growing Requirements
Good Companions (Friends)
Kitchen Uses
- Used fresh in Asian salads
- Stir-fried with garlic and sesame oil
- Added to miso soup and ramen
- Wilted into fried rice
Health Benefits
- Good source of vitamins A, C and K
- Contains calcium and iron
- Low calorie Asian green vegetable
- Provides minerals and antioxidants
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Cabbage moth
- Flea beetle
Common Diseases
- Downy mildew
Storage
Fridge in a damp cloth, up to 4 days
Value
Saves ~$3-5/week, specialty green rarely found outside Asian grocers
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When should I plant Tatsoi in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Tatsoi can be sown in March, April, May, June, July, August, September. Flat rosette of dark spoon-shaped leaves. Fast, cut-and-come-again. Great in stir fries and salads.
What are good companion plants for Tatsoi?
Good companions for Tatsoi in SEQ include Carrot, Onion.
Plant profile
The tatsoi profile has sowing times for your region, companion plants and common pests.