Organic Tokyo Bekana (Brassica rapa var. chinensis) is a unique, fast-growing Japanese green that bridges the gap between a heading cabbage and a tender lettuce. Often called “Space Cabbage” due to its history as a top-performing crop on the International Space Station, this variety is prized for its luminous, lime-green ruffled leaves and succulent white mid-ribs. It offers a mild, buttery flavor with a refreshing crunch, making it a superior alternative to traditional lettuce in salads and slaws.
As a versatile member of the Brassica genus, Tokyo Bekana is exceptionally resilient and adaptable. Unlike many other leafy greens, it maintains its sweet, non-bitter profile even as temperatures rise, yet it remains cold-tolerant enough for early spring or late fall harvests. You will receive 6 healthy live plants, perfect for establishing a productive “cut-and-come-again” patch. Whether you harvest the tender baby leaves in just 21 days for a gourmet salad mix or allow them to reach full size for a light stir-fry, ‘Tokyo Bekana’ provides a consistent, nutrient-dense yield with very little maintenance.
Why youll love it:
Better Than Lettuce: Offers a similar tender texture but with a sweeter flavor and significantly higher heat resistance.
Rapid Growth: Enjoy your first harvest of baby greens in as little as 3 weeks from planting.
Space-Proven Resilience: Selected by NASA for its vigor and ability to thrive in challenging environments.
Nutrient Powerhouse: High in Vitamins A, C, and K, plus essential minerals like calcium and iron.
Versatile Culinary Use: Perfect raw in salads, used as a low-carb lettuce wrap, or lightly sauted in Asian-inspired dishes.
These 6 healthy live plants thrive in full sun to partial shade. They reach a mature height of 12-15″ and prefer consistent moisture to maintain their signature juicy crunch.
