China Express, Hybrid
Brassica rapa var pekinensis
 China Express, Hybrid
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Seed #625 |
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China Express is an early variety that is widely adaptable and utilized variety. This variety has tipburn and bolting tolerance. The barrel shaped heads are light green color and medium-sized. Heads are well wrapped and uniform.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 140-150 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. 62 days
- Planting season: Spring or late summer/early fall
For quantities greater than 500 lbs, or for special requests such as seed treatment, ask us for a price quote on this variety.
Cultivation: This variety is bred for spring to early summer harvest in areas where bolting is a problem. It also grows well as a late summer to early winter crop where no frost occurs. Timing on spring and fall plantings should be trialed as changing (increasing or decreasing) daylength can be a trigger for bolting. Prepare fertile well drained soil. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Exposing plants to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50°F may result in bolting.
Note: Chinese Cabbage requires vernalization. Bud differentiation and bolting results from low temperatures of 41°F for a week or 50°F for two weeks. For spring harvest, transplant seedlings with 5-7 true leaves raised at 73-75°F during the day and over 53°F at night. Providing plants with adequate water and fertilizer after transplanting will promote faster growth.
Row
Distance |
Thin
To |
Seed
Spacing |
Seed
Depth |
Germination
Temperature |
| 18-30" |
8-10" |
2" |
1/4-1/2" |
55-80°F |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Used in sukiyaki, yosenabe, ohitashi, stir-fries, pickling and salad.
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