Japanese Chard Seeds"Umaina" ASIAN VEGETABLE

Japanese Chard  - Umaina

Beta vulgaris var cicla

Beta vulgaris subsq cicla group - Withstand Hot&Cold Temperatures,Very Slow To Bolt.
(Beta Vulgaris)
An unusual Japanese variety of Silverbeet/Chard with glossy lime green leaves on pale green stems.Leaves and stems are sweet succulent and tender.
Tolerant of warm and cold growing conditions, it is slow to bolt and will over winter well in mild areas.This tender Japanese variety has broad leaves that are deep green, slightly savored, and have short pale green midribs. It can withstand both hot and cold temperatures and is very slow to bolt.

• This Asian vegetable is also known as...
• China: tian cai, ye yong tieng tsai, kwoon taat tsoi, pak tim tsoi
• Indonesia: bit swis
• Japan: fudanso, itsumona, tojisa, tojishiya
• Malaysia: daunbit

Good for fresh market and home garden growing.
Maturity: Approx. 55 days
Planting season: Late spring to early summer or fall
Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location or partial shade in hot areas. In temperate areas, sow in late summer/early fall as well. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Harvest whole plant or single leaves when 5-6" tall. Plants will continue to produce new growth at the center.

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