Water Spinach Seeds – Kong Xin Cai (Kangkong)

Water Spinach, also known as Kong Xin Cai or Kangkong, is a fast-growing leafy green highly valued in many cuisines. Its hollow stems and tender leaves make it an excellent choice for stir-fries, soups, and sautés. Easy to grow in warm and moist conditions, this variety is ideal for home gardens and small farms.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Leafy green, fast-growing climbing aquatic vegetable

• Variety Name: Kong Xin Cai (Kangkong)

• Growth Habit: Sprawling, vining with hollow stems

• Maturity: Ready for harvest in about 30–45 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; thrives in late spring through summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (can be grown annually in cooler zones)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: March–September

  • Zones 7–8: May–August

  • Zones 5–6: June–July

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Prefers moist, loamy soil; can tolerate standing water

• Watering: Requires consistent moisture for best growth

• Uses: Fresh cooking, stir-fries, soups, and sautéed dishes