Description: Timing:Start Indoors: For a spring harvest, start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date.Planting Outdoors: For a fall harvest, sow seeds directly outside 6-8 weeks before the first frost date. Bok choy prefers cooler weather and can bolt (flower) in high heat.Seed Starting Indoors:Soil: Use a well-draining seed starting mix in trays or pots.Sowing: Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep, covering lightly with soil.Spacing: Sow seeds about 1 inch apart in rows or cells.Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.Temperature: Aim for a soil temperature of around 60-70°F (15-21°C) for germination.Light: Provide plenty of light either from a sunny window or grow lights.Thinning: Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin them so that they are spaced about 6-12 inches apart.Hardening Off: Before transplanting outdoors, gradually acclimate the seedlings to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days.Direct Sowing Outdoors:Soil Preparation: Prepare the soil by tilling and adding compost or well-rotted manure to provide nutrients.Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in rows, spacing seeds 1 inch apart.Spacing: Rows should be spaced about 18-30 inches apart.Watering: Water the seeds gently to moisten the soil without causing erosion.Thinning: Thin seedlings to stand 6-12 inches apart once they have a couple of true leaves.General Care:Water: Keep the soil consistently moist, as bok choy does not tolerate drought well.Mulching: Use mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.Fertilizing: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer a few weeks after transplanting or when the plants are about 4 inches tall.Pests: Watch out for pests like aphids and cabbage worms, and use appropriate organic controls if necessary.Harvesting:Bok choy can be harvested when leaves are 3 inches tall for baby greens or left to grow to full size, typically 12-18 inches.Cut the base to harvest the whole plant or pick outer leaves as needed.Remember, bok choy grows best in cool weather, so if you're in a warmer climate, it’s best to plant it in late summer for a fall harvest. If temperatures start to climb, provide some shade to extend the growing season.
Price: 222.59 USD
Location: Irvine, California
End Time: 2024-10-19T23:06:55.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Vegetable Seeds
Watering: Medium
Genus: Brassica
Common Name: Cabbage
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Sunlight: Full Sun
Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
