How to Grow Rosie
Brassica rapa var. chinensis
Your complete guide to growing Rosie.
When to Plant Rosie
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | June – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | June – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | May – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | May – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | April – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | April – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | March – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | February – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | February – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | January – December |
Companion Plants for Rosie
✓ Good companions
Loosens soil for lettuce roots and doesn't compete for nutrients due to different root depths
Repels aphids and improves lettuce flavor while providing natural pest deterrent
Natural fungicide and pest repellent that deters aphids and slugs
Repels nematodes, aphids, and other pests while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, protecting lettuce from damage
Attracts beneficial insects and provides light shade without competing heavily for nutrients
Quick-growing root vegetables that break up soil and can be intercropped with lettuce
Similar growing conditions and harvest times, efficient use of garden space
✗ Keep away from
Heavy feeder that competes intensely for nitrogen and can overshadow lettuce
Produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit germination and growth of lettuce
Tall growth creates excessive shade and roots compete aggressively for water and nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
