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Tong Ho Seeds (Chrysanthemum Coronarium) – Garland Chrysanthemum
Tong Ho Seeds (Chrysanthemum Coronarium) – Garland Chrysanthemum
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Grow your own Tong Ho, also known as Garland Chrysanthemum, a fast-growing leafy green with tender stems and uniquely aromatic leaves. Popular in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cuisine, this edible chrysanthemum adds a distinct flavour to soups, hot pots, stir-fries, and salads. Both nutritious and ornamental, Tong Ho features lobed green leaves and daisy-like yellow blooms when fully matured.
This cool-season plant thrives in spring and fall and can be grown in garden beds or containers. It’s easy to grow and quick to harvest—perfect for home gardeners looking to expand their Asian vegetable collection.
Minimum Seed Count | 100
Outdoor Sowing (Direct Sow):
When to Sow:
Early spring (as soon as the soil can be worked) or late summer for a fall harvest.
How to Sow:
• Sow seeds directly into well-draining soil in full sun to partial shade.
• Plant seeds ¼ inch deep, spaced about 1 inch apart in rows 12–18 inches apart.
• Keep soil evenly moist until germination (typically in 7–14 days).
Thinning:
Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin to 4–6 inches apart for optimal leaf production.
Indoor Sowing (Recommended for Early Blooms):
When to Start:
Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost.
How to Sow:
Use seed-starting trays or small pots with moist seed-starting mix.
Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Place in a bright, cool location (around 15–20°C / 59–68°F).
Transplanting:
Once seedlings have 3–4 true leaves and the weather has warmed, harden off and transplant to the garden or a larger container, spacing 4–6 inches apart.
Harvesting Tip:
Start harvesting young leaves when plants are about 6–8 inches tall. Regular harvesting encourages new growth. Avoid letting the plant flower early to maintain leaf tenderness.
