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Kang Kong Vegetable Seeds for Planting – Organic Fast-Growing Leafy Greens

Kang Kong Vegetable Seeds for Planting – Organic Fast-Growing Leafy Greens

$16.49 USD
$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

When to Sow: Sow seeds directly outdoors in warm soil (spring to summer).
Planting Depth: ~0.25 inch (≈6 mm).
Spacing: Space plants 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) apart.
Soil: Keep soil moist or even slightly wet for best germination and growth.

How to Grow

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained (or semi-aquatic conditions).
Water: High — keep soil consistently moist.
Maintenance: Regular harvesting encourages bushy growth.

Tips

Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding.
Ensure abundant water supply, especially in warm climates.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Fast-growing

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Vining

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Kang Kong Vegetable Seeds for Planting – Organic Fast-Growing Leafy Greens
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Leafy Vegetable.

Kang Kong, also called water spinach or Entsai, is a popular leafy green vegetable in Asian cuisine. Known for its rapid growth and high yield, it thrives in warm, moist soil and can even flourish in water gardens. The tender leaves and stems add freshness and nutrition to stir-fries, soups, salads, and more. With minimal care and continuous harvesting, Kang Kong is perfect for home gardeners, container growers, and culinary enthusiasts looking for fresh greens throughout the warm season.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

12–24

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

High

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

9–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

15–30 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

6 mm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000157161

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Kang Kong be grown in semi-aquatic conditions?

Yes, the product page states that it can grow in moist, fertile, well-drained soil or semi-aquatic conditions, making it adaptable to very wet growing setups.

How can Kang Kong be kept compact during active growth?

Regular harvesting is recommended on the page and can encourage bushier growth while providing tender shoots and leaves for continued harvest.

Can Kang Kong be grown in partial shade?

Yes, the listed growing guidance allows full sun to partial shade, although the product specifications identify full sun as its light requirement.

What is the benefit of thinning Kang Kong seedlings?

Thinning helps reduce overcrowding and gives remaining seedlings more space for foliage and root development as they grow.

Can Kang Kong be grown in a water garden?

Yes, the product description states that Kang Kong can flourish in water gardens, provided warm conditions and an abundant water supply are available.

How much space should be left between Kang Kong plants?

The page recommends spacing plants 15–30 cm apart, giving the vining plants room to develop while helping reduce overcrowding.