Variety characteristics:

• W1425 Nuomi is a cool-season Chinese mallow grown primarily for its tender leaves and young shoots. Plants reach approximately 10 inches tall with a spread near 12 inches. The light green, shallowly lobed leaves feature distinctive purple-red coloring around the center and along the main veins. Cooler temperatures may deepen and expand the purple coloration. Fine pale hairs occur on the stems and undersides of the leaves. Under suitable conditions, the first young shoots may be ready approximately 40–50 days aftersowing.