Bok choy seeds

The fast, crisp Asian green worth a spot in your garden

Bok choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis), also spelled pak choi, is a quick-growing cool-season member of the cabbage family grown for its crunchy white or green stalks and mild, sweet leaves. Unlike heading cabbage, it forms an open vase of spoon-shaped leaves that you harvest whole or leaf by leaf. It comes in full-size and compact baby types, and both bring a fresh, juicy crunch to the kitchen. Fast and forgiving, bok choy is a rewarding green for beginners and small spaces alike.

How to grow bok choy from seed

Bok choy is one of the easier greens to start from seed. Sow bok choy seeds about a quarter to half an inch deep in full sun to partial shade and rich, moisture-retentive soil, then thin to stand six to ten inches apart for full heads or closer for baby greens. Plants mature in roughly 30 to 50 days and grow best in the cool weather of spring and fall, since heat and long days can prompt bolting. Keep the soil evenly moist for tender, unblemished leaves. For the full step-by-step, see our complete guide to growing bok choy from seed.

How to use bok choy

Bok choy is a stir-fry classic, and the whole plant is usable. Separate the crisp stalks from the leaves, add the stalks first for a bit of crunch, then wilt in the tender greens at the end. It shines in soups, ramen, and braises, and baby bok choy can be halved and seared or steamed whole. Raw, the young leaves and stems add snap to salads and slaws.

Bok choy and its brassica cousins

If you love bok choy, you will likely enjoy its cabbage-family relatives. Try cabbage for dense storage heads, kale for hardy leafy greens, or broccoli for tender flowering heads. You can explore the full range in our vegetable seeds collection.

Why buy bok choy seeds from Organo Republic

Every packet of bok choy seed we sell is non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom, and germination tested, so you can sow with confidence. As a U.S.-based licensed seed dealer, we work directly with trusted growers to keep quality high and prices low, and every pack carries a QR code that links straight to free online growing guidance. Orders over $49 ship free. Whether you want a single pack of bok choy or a curated vegetable collection, you will find dependable, easy-to-grow seed here.