Seed Freaks - Asian Greens - Choy Sum

Asian Greens

Seed Freaks – Asian Greens – Choy Sum

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ASIAN GREENS: CHOY SUM

(BRASSICA CHINENSIS VAR. PARACHINENSIS)

Also known as “Flowering Pak Choi” this yellow flowering cabbage is one of the most popular and widely used of all the Chinese greens.

It has a broad range of culinary applications; it can be harvested as a baby leaf for a beautiful addition to salads or harvested before flowering to be enjoyed blanched or added to your favourite soups or stir fries!

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: Year Round

Temperate: Year Round

Sub – Tropical: MAR, APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG

Tropical: APR, MAY, JUN, JUL,

Arid: MAR, APR, JUL, AUG

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6-7.5

Rich, well-drained soil

GROWING TIPS

Best sown in cool ambient temperature: 15-25 degrees.

12-15cm spacing

Sow every 2 weeks for continuous harvesting.

DAYS TO HARVEST

  30 days to baby leaf harvest.

50-70 days for head.

APPROX 150 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY

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GROWING GUIDE FOR CHOY SUM

Choy sum, also known as Chinese flowering cabbage, is a type of Asian green

that is easy to grow and highly nutritious. It is a cool-season crop that can be

planted in both spring and fall, and it is a great choice for those who want to add

some variety to their vegetable gardens. Here are some tips on how to grow choy

sum:

1. Choose a sunny spot in your garden. Choy sum prefers well-drained soil

and full sun, although it can tolerate some shade. If you live in a hot

climate, it’s best to plant choy sum in a spot that receives morning sun and

afternoon shade.

2. Prepare the soil. Work compost or well-rotted manure into the soil before

planting to improve fertility and drainage. Choi sum prefers slightly

acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

3. Plant seedlings or seeds. You can either buy seedlings from a nursery or

start your own from seed. Sow the seeds about 6mm deep and space them

about 15cm apart. If you’re planting seedlings, space them about 30cm

apart.

4. Water regularly. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Watering in the morning is best, as it will help prevent mildew and other

fungal diseases.

5. Fertilise. Apply a balanced fertiliser once a month during the growing

season to keep your plants healthy and productive.

6. Pinch back. To encourage bushier growth, pinch back the tips of the

plants when they reach about 15cm tall. This will also help to prevent

bolting (running to seed prematurely).

7. Harvest. Choy sum is ready to harvest when the leaves are firm and deep

green, usually 60-70 days after planting the seeds. Cut the leaves at the

base of the plant, leaving enough so the plant can continue to grow.

With proper care and attention, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of choy sum in

no time!

Note: As always, it’s important to note that these tips are general and not all

conditions/ climates are the same, so you may want to check if the above tips

can be applied on your specific area and location.

We hope you enjoy growing these heirloom and often rare varieties. While we grow seed commercially it’s home gardeners who are keeping them alive!

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