Description
Chopsuey Greens Shungiku Seeds - 200+ seeds
Also called Tong Ho, Japanese Greens, & Chop Suey Greens.
Shungiku is an easy to grow plant with an aromatic flavour. If not harvested as ‘greens’, it will grow over 1m height. The daisy-like flowers have an attractive golden centre, and cream-coloured outer rim.
This edible variant of Chrysanthemum is used as an Asian green. Both leaves and flowers can be used. Add to stir fries or blanch for cooked dishes.
Suitable for container growing.
Row Spacing
30 - 45 cm apart
Plant Spacing
5 cm
Sowing Depth
0.5 cm
Germination Soil Temperature
15 - 25°C
Germination Days
7 - 10 days
Days to Maturity
75 days (can harvest between 10 - 12 cm).
Planting Season
Plant in Spring & Autumn.
Position
Full sun. Rich and moist soil.
Life Cycle
Hardy annual.