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‘Mephisto Red' is a moderately spicy, green-leaved wasabi with reddish stems. This traditional Japanese plant is perfect for sushi and salads, as both the stalk and leaves can be used. Sometimes the red wasabi has a reddish hue to the leaves and has a sweeter taste than the green wasabi. Surprisingly easy to grow in the British climate; they love a damp, shady spot and can be grown in a pot or in the garden bed.
Please note herbaceous plants naturally die-back during the colder months. We always ensure plants have at least some growth during this time, however when buying during October through to March, the growth may be minimal and there may be blemishes from winter cold.
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Growing Information
| Genus | Eutrema |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Sheltered |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand, Clay |
| Soil pH | Acidic/Neutral |
| Soil Moisture | Moist / Well Drained |
| Spacing | 30cm |
| Spread (Max.) | 30cm |
| Growth Habit | Clump Forming |
| Planting | Wasabi should be planted in free-draining, fertile soil with minimum 30cm between plants. In a pot 5L or larger use standard compost with added perlite or bark and gravel in the base of the pot. Provide shade over the summer. |
| Flower Colour | (None) |
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Plant Care
Plug plants are small, young plants grown in cell trays. Even the largest plug plants, described as extra-large or jumbo, are still small plants from cell trays and not established plants. Plug plants can be great value compared to buying more established plants however they may need some extra care to get them started.
Caring for Plug PlantsWe recommend starting plug plants in a small pot and not planting directly into open ground or large pots/planters. You will want a plant pot roughly the size of a tea mug, commonly referred to as 7cm or 9cm pots. Ensure the pot has plenty of holes underneath and preferably over two tiers for even better drainage.
Reduced PlasticsIn order to lessen our environmental impact, all of our plants will be removed from their plastic cell trays or pots before sending. Ensure you are ready to pot your plants when they arrive.