Rainbow Tattoos

Rainbow Tatsoi (Brassica rapa var. rosularis) – Offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol

Rainbow Tatsoi is a stunning, colourful variety of this Asian leaf vegetable, boasting tender leaves in shades of green, purple and red . With its soft texture and slightly mustardy flavour , it is perfect for salads, stir-fries and soups . Highly cold hardy , it can be grown from spring through autumn , and even in winter under a tunnel.

Type : Leafy vegetable
Plant habit : Compact and spreading
Spread : 20 to 30 cm
Plant height : 15 to 25 cm
Quantity per pack : 500 seeds
Maturity : 40 to 50 days
Companion plants : Carrot, lettuce, radish, peas
Enemy plants : Cabbage, broccoli, fennel

? Sow directly in open ground as soon as the ground is workable in spring, or at the end of summer for a fall harvest.

? Sow 5 mm deep , in rows spaced 20 to 30 cm apart, then thin to 10-15 cm between plants.

? Water regularly , especially in summer, to maintain rapid growth and prevent bolting.

? Harvest by cutting off outer leaves as they appear or by harvesting the entire rosette before heavy frosts.

With its rapid growth, cold resistance and vibrant colour palette , it is a must-have for the vegetable garden and the kitchen.

Rainbow Tatsoi is ideal for gardeners looking for an easy and nutritious crop , while adding a splash of color to plates.