Wan Shen Kailan Seeds - Chinese Broccoli with Sweet Leaves (500mg Packet)

Wan Shen Kailan is a popular Chinese broccoli variety prized for its tender, sweet leaves and crisp stems. Also known as gai lan, this cool-season vegetable is a staple in Asian kitchens and a rewarding crop for home gardeners. The plants produce upright stalks with broad, smooth leaves that can be harvested continuously, making it an excellent choice for stir-fries, soups, and steamed dishes.

Whether you grow it in a raised bed, container, or traditional garden, Wan Shen Kailan offers a fast-growing and productive harvest. Its mild, slightly sweet flavor and versatile culinary uses make it a favorite among both beginner and experienced growers.

Plant Features

• Sweet, tender leaves and crisp stems
• Fast-growing cool-season annual
• Harvest leaves and stalks over an extended period
• Compact growth habit suitable for small spaces
• Excellent for fresh cooking and stir-fries

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, leafy stalks
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11 (often grown as cool-season annual)
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 50-70 days
• Spacing: 6-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Wan Shen Kailan seeds directly in the garden or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for healthy growth. For a continuous harvest, sow seeds every 2-3 weeks during cool weather.

Provide consistent moisture and mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly with a balanced organic fertilizer if needed. Harvest outer leaves and tender stems when they reach desired size, or cut the entire plant at the base for a full head. Regular harvesting encourages new growth.

What's Included

One 500mg packet of Wan Shen Kailan seeds (Chinese Broccoli, Sweet Leaves).