{"product_id":"ga-chou-chinois-white-stemmed-pak-choi-bio","title":"Organic 'White Stemmed Pak Choi' Chinese Cabbage","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"309\"\u003e Organic 'White Stemmed Pak Choi' Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa) from the seed company Gaia, a heritage variety with fleshy white stems and glossy leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eThe 'White Stemmed' pak choi forms \u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eopen, supple plants\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"433\"\u003ethick, crisp white stems\u003c\/strong\u003e topped with \u003cstrong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"491\"\u003esmooth, glossy, bright green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its more airy habit compared to some compact varieties makes it an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eharvesting young leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e , while still maintaining a good appearance when harvested at maturity. The leaves are \u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"723\"\u003esucculent\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"748\"\u003etender texture\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"800\"\u003emild, typical brassica flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eopen-pollinated\u003c\/strong\u003e heirloom variety, pak choi, is particularly prized as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eversatile leafy vegetable\u003c\/strong\u003e , equally at home in \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"963\"\u003esalad mixes\u003c\/strong\u003e or as \u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"991\"\u003ea braising vegetable\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003erapid growth\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eenhanced flavor in the fall\u003c\/strong\u003e , after a few cool nights, making it a reliable crop from spring until the end of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans, Beetroot, Cabbage, Carrot, Cucumber, Marjoram, Peas, Strawberries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eSpread\/Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open, flexible\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 35 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 150 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom variety, fleshy white stems, ideal for young leaves, mild flavor, quick harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright green\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick and juicy leaves, mild taste\u003cbr data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eSow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003edirectly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eearly spring to mid-summer\u003c\/strong\u003e , at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003ea depth of 0.6 to 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , initially spacing the seeds about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. 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Cool temperatures promote better texture and limit bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003e Begin harvesting when the plants reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e7 to 8 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in height, picking a few \u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003eyoung leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e at a time, or harvest the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eentire plant\u003c\/strong\u003e for a single cut. Harvesting typically takes place \u003cstrong data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003e30 to 50 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e . The flavor is optimal in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eautumn\u003c\/strong\u003e , after a few cool nights. The leaves will keep for a few days in the refrigerator after harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2814\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003e • Young leaves in fresh salads \u003cbr data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003e• Vegetables to braise or sauté\u003cbr data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e • Incorporated into Asian soups and dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003e • Leaf-by-leaf harvesting in continuous cultivation\u003cbr data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003e • Fast-growing vegetable for intensive vegetable gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3310\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'White Stemmed'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e pak choi is prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3077\"\u003esimplicity\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003etenderness\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003eculinary versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a quick and flavorful harvest from spring to autumn. 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