Komatsuna
Vegetables
Beginner
Annual

Komatsuna

Brassica rapa var. perviridis

Photo: 日陰猫Joga at Japanese Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0

About Plant: Komatsuna

A quick Japanese leafy green with tender mustard-family leaves that handles cool weather beautifully.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterRegular moisture
SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing12–24 inches
Height12–18 inches
Time to Harvest30-50
Planting Depth1/4–1 inch
Germination Time5–14 days

Expert Growing Tips

Give each crop enough room and harvest at its best tender stage.