Organic 'Baby Pak Choi' Chinese cabbage
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Organic 'Baby Pak Choi' Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis), offered by the seed company Aimers
This dwarf, open-pollinated variety develops fleshy, spoon-shaped petioles topped with smooth, tender, dark green leaves. Its compact, even growth habit makes it easy to cultivate, while its delicate texture and mild flavor make it a highly prized vegetable in the kitchen. Versatile and nutritious, it is perfect for stir-fries, soups, and braised dishes.
Propagation: Direct sowing in open ground
Plant height: 20 to 30 cm
Package size: Approximately 300 seeds
Harvest time: Approximately 45 days
Frost tolerance: Soft frost
Companion plants: Lettuce, spinach, onions
Incompatible plants: Other brassicas planted too close together
Planting and maintenance:
Sow directly outdoors in mid-spring, 6 mm deep, in rich, organic, well-drained soil in full sun. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination, which usually occurs in 5 to 10 days. Gradually thin the seedlings to a final spacing of about 30 cm to encourage good growth. Harvest the plants whole or leaf by leaf as desired.
