Organic Chinese cabbage ‘Tokyo Bekana’

‘Tokyo Bekana’ Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa), offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol

‘Tokyo Bekana’ Chinese cabbage is an open-leaf variety, prized for its bright emerald green leaves , crisp texture , and mild, slightly sweet flavor . Highly versatile, it can be enjoyed raw in salads or quickly cooked in stir-fries, soups, or Asian dishes. Its natural tenderness makes it a favorite vegetable for the whole family.

Quick to produce and very cold-tolerant , ‘Tokyo Bekana’ is perfectly suited to successive sowings from spring to autumn. It offers a reliable harvest even when temperatures drop, making it an excellent choice for northern vegetable gardens and leafy greens.

Type: Annual leafy vegetable
Plant habit: Open, spreading
Foliage color: Emerald green
Quantity per pack: 500 seeds
Maturity: Approximately 45 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Uses: Salads, stir-fries, cooked or raw dishes
Companion plants: Lettuce, spinach, radish, peas, carrot
Negative plants: Other brassicas in the same location (rotation recommended)

Farming method

The ‘Tokyo Bekana’ Chinese cabbage can be sown directly outdoors or started indoors and then transplanted. It can be sown throughout the season and is very frost-tolerant , allowing for early spring and late autumn harvests. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade .

To ensure a continuous production of tender leaves, sow seeds every 2 to 4 weeks . Maintaining consistent moisture promotes rapid growth and a crisp texture.

Harvesting and use

Harvest the leaves young or mature , depending on the desired use. The younger the leaves, the more delicate they are. ‘Tokyo Bekana’ is excellent raw , but reveals its full sweetness when lightly cooked .

Smooth, fast and versatile

Growing ‘Tokyo Bekana’ Chinese cabbage means choosing an elegant, fast-growing, and reliable vegetable that adapts to all seasons and a multitude of culinary uses. A must-have for lovers of fresh, crisp, and easy-to-grow vegetables , from garden to table.