
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Compact rosette
Growth Habit
Rosette
Bloom Season
Cool-season / Mild weather
Flavour Profile
Mild mustard
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Spring / Autumn
Fruit Size
Leafy Rosettes
Plant Height
6–10 in
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3–10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
6–8 in
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Growing Conditions
Cool & Moist
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 a popular leafy vegetable?
What makes Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 a popular leafy vegetable?
Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 is valued for its attractive purple-green leaves, compact rosette growth, and dependable harvests, making it a popular choice for kitchen gardens and fresh seasonal harvests.
Where can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be grown?
Where can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be grown?
It grows well in garden beds, raised beds, kitchen gardens, and containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
When is Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 ready to harvest?
When is Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 ready to harvest?
Young leaves can be harvested for baby greens, while mature plants may be harvested once they reach a suitable size. Regular picking helps provide a continuous supply of fresh leaves.
How can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be used in the kitchen?
How can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be used in the kitchen?
The tender leaves are suitable for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, steaming, sautéing, and a variety of Asian-inspired vegetable dishes.
Does regular harvesting encourage continued leaf production?
Does regular harvesting encourage continued leaf production?
Yes, harvesting the outer leaves while leaving the central growing point intact may encourage continued leaf production under suitable growing conditions.
Can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be grown in containers?
Can Tatsoi 'Viola' Oriental Mustard F1 be grown in containers?
Yes, it grows successfully in containers with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil, regular watering, and adequate sunlight, making it suitable for patios, balconies, and other small-space gardens.