How fast does bok choy grow?
Quite fast. It is usually ready in about 45 to 55 days, and you can harvest baby bok choy even sooner.
When and how do I plant bok choy seeds?
Sow in cool weather, spring or late summer, about a quarter to half an inch deep. It germinates quickly, in about 4 to 10 days.
How much sun and space does bok choy need?
Grow it in full sun to part shade, and space plants about 6 to 12 inches apart. It does well in containers too.
Why does my bok choy bolt?
Heat and dryness cause it to flower prematurely. Grow it in cool weather with steady moisture, and give it a little afternoon shade in warm spells.
How do I harvest bok choy?
Cut whole heads at the base when young and tender, or pick outer leaves as needed for a cut-and-come-again harvest.
How do I use bok choy?
Add it to stir-fries, soups, and noodle bowls, grill or roast the halved heads, or slice the crisp young stems and leaves raw into salads.
How long does Canton White Stem pak choi take to grow?
This white-stemmed pak choi is fast, with baby heads in about 30 days and full heads in 45 to 50 days. Harvest before hot weather to avoid bolting.
When should I plant Canton White Stem pak choi seeds?
Sow in early spring or late summer for cool growing conditions. Like other pak choi it can bolt in summer heat and long days, so stick to spring and fall.
What makes Canton White Stem pak choi different?
It has broad, crisp white stalks and tender green leaves with a mild, sweet flavor. The thick stems stay crunchy and are especially good in stir-fries and soups.
How far apart should I space Canton White Stem pak choi?
Space full-size plants 8 to 12 inches apart in rows 12 to 18 inches apart. For baby pak choi you can grow them more closely.
Can I grow Canton White Stem pak choi in a container?
Yes. It grows well in a container at least 8 inches deep with consistent moisture, which also lets you move it out of intense summer sun.
Are these Canton White Stem pak choi seeds heirloom and non-GMO?
Yes. This is an open-pollinated heirloom pak choi, and all our seed is non-GMO.
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