Crop Rotation Group
Brassicas (Cabbage family) ●
Soil
Rich, moist soil, firm with plenty of well rotted compost dug in.
Position
Sun or partial shade preferred.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not required if good soil.
Spacing
Single Plants: 35cm (1' 1") each way (minimum)
Rows: 30cm (11") with 40cm (1' 3") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow direct into final growing position. Pak Choi can also be started in containers.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
Use fine mesh or exclusion netting over the summer to prevent butterflies laying eggs on the underside of leaves - caterpillars can destroy these plants. Keep soil moist in dry weather.
Harvesting
Harvest when plants reach a suitable size.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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Pests which Affect Pak Choi
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