Purple Choi, Hybrid
Brassica rapa Chinensis Group
 Purple Choi, Hybrid
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Seed #411 |
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A favorite baby leaf pak choi in Japan, this variety is gaining popularity everywhere else. This hybrid dark purple leaf pak choi has green petioles and is as stunning in the garden as on the plate. A uniform and easy to grow plant that is tender, mildly flavored and can be harvested at any stage baby leaves for salads or whole plants at full maturity (6-8" tall) for cooking.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 800-900 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 45-55 days
- Planting season: Late spring to early summer or fall
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Mulch fall crops to help avoid premature bolting.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Thin
To |
Row
Distance |
| 50-80°F |
1/4-1/2" |
1-2" |
6-8" |
18-24" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Young leaves can be eaten fresh in salads. Mature plants are steamed, stir-fried, and braised.
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