{"product_id":"yu-choy-sum-seeds-500mg-heirloom-brassica-rapa-with-edible-yellow-flowers","title":"Yu Choy Sum Seeds 500mg Heirloom Brassica rapa with Edible Yellow Flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003eYu Choy Sum (Brassica rapa) is a tender Asian green prized for its mild, sweet flavor and crisp stems. This heirloom variety produces loose heads of glossy green leaves and slender stalks that culminate in bright yellow flowers. Both the foliage and the flowers are edible, making Yu Choy Sum a versatile addition to stir-fries, soups, and salads. Its quick growth and compact habit suit raised beds, containers, and market gardens, and the cheerful yellow blooms attract beneficial pollinators when left to flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned grower or a beginner, Yu Choy Sum is easy to cultivate and rewards with a fast, flavorful harvest. The 500 mg seed packet provides ample seed for multiple sowings across the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety of Brassica rapa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible leaves, stems, and yellow flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet flavor with tender-crisp texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-growing and suitable for succession planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators when allowed to bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica rapa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, loose heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–11 (grown as an annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer if left to flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Yu Choy Sum seeds directly in the garden or start indoors for an early start. Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7–14 days. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for healthy growth. For a continuous supply, sow seeds every 2–3 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide consistent moisture and mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Yu Choy Sum benefits from a balanced fertilizer or compost application. Harvest leaves and stems when they are young and tender, or allow some plants to flower for edible blooms and pollinator appeal. Monitor for common pests like aphids and flea beetles, and practice crop rotation to maintain soil health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 mg of Yu Choy Sum seeds (Brassica rapa).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824827236662,"sku":"FOLIA2-1362","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6455723362_rmbp.jpg?v=1793004858","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/yu-choy-sum-seeds-500mg-heirloom-brassica-rapa-with-edible-yellow-flowers","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}