Name: Organic yukina 'Savoy'
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A close overhead view of Yukina Savoy foliage shows overlapping green leaves with broad rounded blades and clearly visible branching veins. The surfaces range from gently puckered to deeply textured, with smaller crinkled leaves tucked below larger ones. Short sections of pale-green stalks appear between the dense leaves; no harvested roots or flowers are visible.

Organic open-pollinated Asian leafy vegetable Brassicaceae

Organic Asian leafy vegetable seeds

Biologiquement vôtre

Brassica rapa

From seed to harvest

Open-pollinated

Common nameYukina Savoy mild Japanese mustard green

FamilyBrassicaceae

GenusBrassica

Speciesrapa

CultivarYukina Savoy

TypeOrganic open-pollinated Asian leafy vegetable

Botanical nameBrassica rapa

Reproducible seedsYes

Organic yukina 'Savoy' (Brassica rapa) is an open-pollinated organic Asian leafy vegetable closely related to tatsoi. It forms an upright rosette of dark-green glossy rounded deeply savoyed leaves on fleshy light-green petioles. Firm texture remains tender when harvested young, and mild flavour recalls very gentle mustard. Baby leaves enrich salads and mixed greens, while mature rosettes cook quickly by steaming, stir-frying, or adding to soups as a substitute for spinach or pak choi. The bold textured foliage also creates an attractive edible rosette in cool-season gardens. Its textured leaves bring variety to cool-season meals.

Direct sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then again in late summer for fall harvest. Plants may also be started approximately three weeks before setting out. Sow 0.5 to 1 cm deep, keep the seedbed evenly moist, and thin to 15–30 cm depending on whether baby leaves or full rosettes are desired. Choose sun in spring and fall or light partial shade as days warm. Fertile cool organic-rich well-drained soil supports tender leaves and steady growth. Make small successive sowings during cool periods to extend harvest rather than relying on one large planting.

Water at soil level before the ground dries deeply, mulch lightly, and weed without damaging shallow roots. Avoid extended drought and strong heat, which toughen leaves and hasten bolting. Harvest baby leaves around 21 to 25 days or mature rosettes around 40 to 45 days depending on conditions. Cut outer leaves as needed or slice the rosette cleanly above the crown. Wash harvest thoroughly, cool it promptly, and discard leaves that are slimy, mouldy, heavily yellowed, soiled, or abnormal-smelling. Refrigerate washed and dried leaves quickly and use them while their texture remains crisp.

Light and life cycle

In the garden

Exposure: Full sun to light partial shade
Life cycle: Annual

Sowing and germination

Sowing guide

Sowing & germination

Sowing depth

0.5 to 1 cm (1/4 to 1/2 in)

Spacing / density

Thin to 15–20 cm (6–8 in) for smaller rosettes or approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 in) for full plants; space rows approximately 45–75 cm depending on the growing system.

Germination temperature

Approximately 10 to 29 °C (50 to 85 °F)

Germination time

Approximately 5 to 10 days

Sowing period

In spring as soon as soil can be worked, then in late summer for fall; indoor sowing possible approximately three weeks before setting out

Propagation

Direct sowing

Growing method

Growing 'Yukina Savoy' yukina from seed. Direct-sow in cool, workable soil about 0.5 to 1 cm deep, using full sun to light partial shade. Keep the shallow seed zone evenly moist during the 5 to 10 day germination period, especially when wind dries the surface. Thin seedlings to 15 to 20 cm for smaller rosettes or about 25 to 30 cm for full plants, cutting extras with scissors if pulling would disturb nearby roots. This spacing allows the upright, compact rosettes to receive light and airflow around their densely savoyed leaves. Water at soil level before the root zone dries deeply, but avoid constant saturation around the crown. A light mulch can limit soil splash once plants are established; keep it away from the centre. Feed moderately only when growth or leaf colour shows a need, since overly soft foliage is harder to cool and store. Baby leaves may be harvested from roughly 21 to 25 days. For a mature crop, allow the glossy, spoon-shaped leaves and fleshy light-green petioles to form a full rosette, generally around 40 to 45 days. Cut clean outer leaves while preserving the centre, or harvest the whole rosette at the crown. Make another small sowing only while cool growing weather remains. Remove bolting or diseased plants promptly, shade the harvest, and cool sound leaves without delay.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Soil pH

Approximately 6.0 to 7.0

Moisture

yukina 'Savoy': Keep the surface evenly moist until emergence without allowing a dry crust to form. After thinning, maintain cool soil without saturation. Very fine mulch slows evaporation without covering crowns. Water at soil level in the morning so foliage dries quickly. In a container exposed to wind, check moisture more often and always empty the saucer. Keep soil cool for tender leaves and balanced flavour.

Minimum temperature

-5 °C (23 °F)

Care level

Easy

Watering

Keep the surface evenly moist during germination for uniform emergence without a crust blocking seedlings. After emergence water deeply when the top two or three centimetres begin to dry. Drought-stressed Yukina Savoy bolts sooner, develops tougher leaves, and has stronger flavour while prolonged saturation encourages root suffocation and rot. Water at soil level in the morning, avoid unnecessarily wetting foliage, and mulch lightly after thinning. In containers check moisture daily during hot weather without leaving standing water in the saucer.

Soil type

Give yukina 'Savoy' loose, fertile soil with enough organic matter to hold moisture while surplus rain drains away. For yukina 'Savoy', blend mature compost through the upper root zone, level the surface, and remove hard clods before planting. Use approximately 6.0 to 7.0 as yukina 'Savoy''s supplied pH target, testing before attempting to change it. Keep yukina 'Savoy''s crown at soil level, avoiding a low pocket where water could collect inside the rounded spoon-shaped dark-green glossy deeply savoyed leaves with fleshy light-green petioles. For container-grown yukina 'Savoy', use the recommended soil volume, fresh vegetable mix, and open drainage holes.

Fertilization

'Yukina Savoy' responds best to moderate fertility and even moisture. Let a soil test guide any corrective amendment. Heavy feeding makes yukina 'Savoy' more vulnerable to stress. Split necessary feeding instead of using one strong dose. For Yukina Savoy mild Japanese mustard green, its leafy harvest should grow steadily without becoming soft. Review growth stage before scheduling the next feeding. Stop feeding 'Yukina Savoy' well before the intended harvest. Correct drainage and moisture before increasing fertility. For yukina 'Savoy', its leaf rosette benefits from cool, consistently moist soil.

Seasonal care

Seasonal care for 'Yukina Savoy' yukina. In early spring, sow as soon as the soil can be worked, placing seed 0.5–1 cm deep in a fine, evenly moist seedbed. Germination commonly takes 5–10 days across the supplied 10–29°C range, although moderate cool conditions are better suited to steady leaf growth. Thin young plants to 15–20 cm for smaller rosettes or 25–30 cm when full plants are wanted. Weed shallowly so the compact roots are not disturbed, and add a light mulch after rosettes establish. During cool weather, provide full sun and consistent soil moisture without saturation. Where flea beetles are common, secure insect netting immediately after sowing and seal its edges. Check beneath leaves for aphids and caterpillars, and around the crowns for slugs or rot. Begin cutting baby leaves around 21–25 days, or allow approximately 40–45 days for mature rosettes. Take sound outer leaves with clean scissors while leaving the centre intact for further growth. As heat and long days encourage bolting, replace coarse plants instead of expecting them to return to baby-leaf quality. Make a new sowing in late summer for autumn harvest, using light partial shade while days remain hot. After the final cutting, remove diseased Brassicaceae residue, clean tools, and note the sowing dates that produced the best leaves. Cool each harvest promptly to preserve leaf texture.

Growing in containers

Container growing

Recommended pot size

10 to 15 L (2.5 to 4 gal)

Growing 'Yukina Savoy' yukina in containers. Choose a broad, stable container deep enough for the roots and fitted with several drainage holes. Fill it with fertile, organic-rich potting mix that stays cool yet drains well. Sow 0.5 to 1 cm deep, then thin to 15–20 cm for smaller rosettes or more widely when fuller plants are desired. Set the container in sun during cool weather; light partial shade helps preserve tender leaves as days become warmer. Water at soil level when the surface begins to dry, without allowing water to stand in a saucer. A thin mulch reduces evaporation and soil splashing onto the foliage. Rotate the container occasionally for balanced light and check that air can move between rosettes. Harvest outer leaves from approximately 21 to 25 days while leaving the centre intact, or wait 40 to 45 days to cut a mature rosette. During hot weather, move the pot away from burning afternoon sun and check moisture more frequently. Remove yellowed or damaged leaves, clean the cutting tool between harvests, and sow again in late summer to extend the season. Consistent moisture, cool roots, and regular harvesting help keep the foliage crisp and mild.

Growth and harvest

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

Approximately 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) for a mature rosette

Width / spread

Approximately 15 to 30 cm (6 to 12 in), depending on spacing

Flower color

Yellow

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Herbaceous rosette

Growth rate

Fast

Growth habit

Upright, compact, dense rosette

Fragrance

Mild, tender and sweet

Edible parts

Baby leaves, mature leaves, and tender petioles

Bloom period

Small four-petalled yellow flowers appear if the plant bolts in response to heat, long days, or prolonged stress. To favour tender leaves, harvest before pronounced elongation of the flower stalk, maintain consistent moisture, and renew sowings during cooler periods. Remove emerging stalks when leafy harvest remains the priority, and sow again when cooler weather returns. Flowering ends the preferred leafy stage.

Fruiting

Yukina Savoy is grown for its leafy rosette rather than fruit. After bolting, yellow flowers may form seed pods containing seed. For a tender culinary harvest, cut baby leaves or the rosette before flower-stalk elongation. Allow only several healthy plants to flower when observing seed development is desired. Mature pods should remain on healthy plants until dry only when seed collection is intended.

Days to maturity

Approximately 21 to 25 days for baby leaves; 40 to 45 days for a mature rosette

Harvest

Harvest baby leaves around 21 to 25 days after sowing, or wait approximately 40 to 45 days for a mature rosette, depending on season, spacing, and temperature. Cut outer leaves near their base while leaving the centre intact to encourage regrowth, or slice the whole rosette cleanly above the crown. Harvest in the morning while leaves are cool, move them promptly into shade, and refrigerate after washing and drying. Discard leaves that are slimy, mouldy, heavily yellowed, contaminated by animal droppings, or unusually scented.

Garden companions

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Lettuce, spinach, green onions, and radishes may share the area when every crop retains enough light, water, and airflow. Their differing cycles can use the bed without smothering Yukina Savoy rosettes. These pairings do not guarantee pest control. Avoid repeatedly growing Brassicaceae in the same place. Rotation with other plant families helps limit buildup of flea beetles, caterpillars, and soil diseases. Keep access open for harvest without trampling neighbours. Monitor the water needs of every crop separately and preserve a clear route for harvesting.

Plants to avoid

No notable

Garden use

'Yukina Savoy' yukina in the vegetable garden. Use this upright compact green in a cool-season vegetable bed, raised planter, low edible border, or 10–15 L container near the kitchen. Sow in short labelled rows in spring as soon as soil can be worked, then make another sowing in late summer for autumn leaves. Thin to 15–20 cm for smaller rosettes or approximately 25–30 cm for full plants, preserving room for airflow and harvest access. Full sun suits cool weather; light partial shade can reduce drying while late-summer days remain hot. Water at soil level before the root zone dries deeply, but do not leave the crown in saturated soil. Keep weeds small and cultivate shallowly around the compact roots. If flea beetles are persistent, cover seedlings with well-sealed insect netting immediately after sowing and lift it carefully for harvest. Inspect the savoyed leaves for hidden aphids, caterpillars, slugs, and soft rot. Cut sound outer leaves with clean scissors while leaving the centre intact, or lift a complete mature rosette. Replace plants that bolt and become coarse rather than crowding the bed with declining foliage. After harvest, remove diseased residue, clean cutting tools, and rotate the next Brassicaceae crop away from sites with recurring pest or disease pressure.

Recipe and storage

Recipe idea

From garden to table

'Yukina Savoy' yukina in the kitchen. Ginger-sautéed Yukina Savoy — Rinse 400 g of sound leaves and tender petioles in several changes of clean water, then drain and dry them well. Separate the thicker petioles from the leafy portions and cut both into bite-sized pieces. Warm 15 mL neutral oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add 10 mL finely grated ginger and the chopped petioles, cooking for two minutes while stirring. Add the leaves in batches and toss until they are bright green, wilted, and fully heated, usually another two to four minutes. Finish with 10 mL soy sauce or tamari, 5 mL lemon juice or rice vinegar, and 5 mL toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with rice, noodles, tofu, or cooked fish. Keep raw greens separate from ready-to-eat foods until washed, and use clean utensils throughout. Discard any leaf that is slimy, mouldy, badly yellowed, or abnormal-smelling. Cool leftovers promptly in a shallow covered container and refrigerate within two hours. This is a fresh cooked dish, not a room-temperature storage method.

Wildlife and pets

Wildlife & precautions

Supporting wildlife

Small yellow flowers on bolting Yukina Savoy may attract bees, hoverflies, and other insects. For tender leaves, renew sowings before flowering advances. Avoid insecticides on visited blooms and maintain several diverse flowering plants near the vegetable garden throughout the growing season. A shallow clean water source can also support beneficial insects during dry weather.

Frequently asked questions

When should Yukina Savoy Yukina Savoy be sown in your region?

Direct-sow Yukina Savoy as soon as workable spring soil provides suitable cool conditions, then make another sowing in late summer for autumn harvest. Indoor starting is also possible about three weeks before setting plants out. Sow approximately 0.5 to 1 cm deep, keep the surface evenly moist, and expect emergence in roughly 5 to 10 days across the stated 10 to 29 °C range. Thin to 15 to 20 cm for smaller rosettes or 25 to 30 cm for full plants. Small successions every two or three weeks spread the harvest. During strong heat, use light partial shade or wait for cooling weather to limit bolting and preserve tender leaves. Judge each sowing from current soil and weather rather than fixed calendar dates.

How should Yukina Savoy be harvested?

For baby Yukina Savoy leaves, begin cutting clean outer growth at about 21 days while leaving the central bud intact. A small baby rosette may be ready around 21–25 days, whereas a mature rosette generally needs about 40–45 days under suitable conditions. For a whole harvest, hold the plant steady and cut at the crown with a clean knife rather than pulling roots and soil into neighbouring plants. Gather leaves during the cool part of the day, chill them promptly, and wash only when preparing them. Regrowth can vary and is not guaranteed, so judge any later cut by actual leaf quality. Discard slimy, mouldy, heavily damaged, or abnormally scented tissue, and harvest promptly if the centre begins elongating toward flowering.

What does Yukina Savoy Yukina Savoy taste like?

Yukina Savoy is a mild Japanese mustard green rather than a sharply pungent mustard. Baby leaves have a gentle, lightly mustardy character that also recalls spinach and other Asian greens. They can be used raw when young. As the rounded, deeply savoyed leaves enlarge, both the mature blades and their fleshy, light-green petioles suit steaming, soups, or quick stir-fries. Texture becomes more substantial in a full rosette than in a baby-leaf harvest. Heat, drought, and the approach of flowering can strengthen flavour and firm the leaves, so even moisture and cooler growing conditions help preserve the mild profile. Begin baby harvest around 21 to 25 days, or wait approximately 40 to 45 days for a mature rosette. Taste one leaf before a large harvest if plants have experienced warm or dry conditions.

Can Yukina Savoy be grown in a container?

Yes. Choose a broad, stable container deep enough for the roots and equipped with good drainage. Use fertile, organic-rich potting mix and sow 0.5 to 1 cm deep. Thin to 15–20 cm for smaller rosettes or provide more room for mature plants. Set the pot in sun during cool weather and light partial shade as heat increases. Maintain consistent moisture without standing water. Harvest outer leaves around 21 to 25 days while preserving the centre, or cut a mature rosette at approximately 40 to 45 days. A thin mulch helps keep roots cool and reduces splashing on the leaves. This method works especially well in small gardens.

How can bolting be limited?

Limit bolting by treating Yukina Savoy as a cool-season crop. Favour spring and late-summer sowings, keep the root zone evenly moist, and use light afternoon shade when weather becomes warm. Avoid crowding: thin to 15–20 cm for smaller rosettes or about 25–30 cm for full plants so roots and leaves are not stressed. A 10–15 L container can hold a plant, but potting mix must not be allowed to dry abruptly. Make small successive sowings rather than depending on one planting through changing weather. Once a flower stalk begins extending, bolting cannot be reversed; harvest useful leaves and replace the plant. Baby leaves are ready in approximately 21 to 25 days and mature rosettes in 40 to 45 days, so timely harvest can finish before prolonged heat drives flowering.