Yukina Savoy

Family: Brassicaceae Leafy Green

Tender and vividly crisp, Yukina Savoy unfurls into ruffled, spoon-edged leaves with a cool Asian-green glow and a gentle, sweet bite.

The texture is delightfully succulent—thick enough to hold its shape yet soft enough to feel silky—making it a standout for quick, fresh-style preparations, vibrant stir-fry, and savory sauces where its flavor stays bright. Grow it for a fast 50-day harvest that rewards attentive gardeners with repeated, leafy abundance.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 50 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jun 14th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	50
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Yukina Savoy is for when you want brassica attitude without the harshness—its ruffled leaves stay succulent and spoonable after fast heat. Chop it up for a high-heat toss or hit it with a quick soy-miso-ginger glaze, and it’ll stay bright instead of turning to limp green mush.

Best Uses

quick stir-fry at high heat—minimal time so it stays bright and crisp
wilt-then-finish savory sauces (short reduction) to keep the leaves spoonable
raw or barely-dressed salads where the ruffles catch vinaigrette
brothy noodle bowls—brief simmer so it stays toothy

Flavor Profile

mild sweet bite cool, cabbage-like snap succulent, spoon-edged tenderness silky mouthfeel that still holds its shape

Kitchen Pairings

garlic soy sauce sesame oil ginger miso rice vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest is most likely to hit Yukina Savoy (Brassica rapa var. narinosa) and what should I do if I see it?

A common problem is flea beetles, which chew tiny shot-holes in the leaves of Brassica greens. Cover seedlings with fine row cover as soon as they emerge, and keep the area weed-free so adults have fewer places to land. If damage is already occurring, remove heavily infested leaves and use an insecticidal soap targeted to the undersides, reapplying as label directions allow.

How often should I water Yukina Savoy during the main growing phase?

Keep the soil evenly moist during leaf expansion, aiming for consistently damp (not soggy) conditions. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil starts to dry, which for many home beds is about 1–2 times per week, increasing during hot spells under full sun. Avoid letting it dry out and then flood, because Brassica rapa greens can turn tough or bolt faster after drought stress.

How do I know when Yukina Savoy is ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 50 days when rosettes are well filled and leaves are thick, tender, and about 4–6 inches long. You can start with “cut-and-come-again” harvesting by snipping outer leaves first, leaving the center to keep growing. If the plants begin sending up flower stalks or leaves get noticeably tougher, harvest immediately to avoid bitterness.