How to Grow Asian Greens

Whether blanched, stir-fried or eaten raw, Asian greens are a wonderful mix to grow and throw into your cooking. They're fast growing and can be grown almost all year round. Kailaan, wombok, bok choy and tatsoi are a few of the varieties you can grow.

Full sun

Regular watering

Well drained

Suitable for all climatic zones

8 weeks from planting

Autumn to winter/spring (check label for your location)

How to grow asian greens in a garden

Step 1

Choose a sunny spot in your garden.

Step 2

Loosen soil with a garden fork and dig in Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser.

Step 3

Sow seeds, lightly cover with Yates Seed Raising Mix, firm down water well.

Step 4

Feed weekly with Yates Thrive Vegie & Herb Liquid Plant Food.

Step 5

Make successive sowings every few weeks to lengthen your harvesting window (and ensure a fresh supply!)

How to grow asian greens in a pot

Step 1

Choose a sunny spot in your garden.

Step 2

Fill pot with quality potting mix, such as Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter.

Step 3

Sow seeds, lightly cover with Yates Seed Raising Mix, firm down and water well.

Step 4

Feed weekly with Yates Thrive Vegie & Herb Liquid Plant Food.

Growing tips

Sow directly into growing position in garden or pot as seedlings tend to bold when transplanted.
Continuous harvest promotes new growth.
Pick leaves from early stages