Pak choy Growing Guide

Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis

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

In areas with cooler summers, bok choy can be sown almost all year round, except for the coldest mid winter months. In areas with hot summers, avoid sowing in the hot mid summer months.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Surround stem with a 10cm mat with a slit cut into it for the stem to prevent cabbage root fly from destroying the roots. Use fine mesh or fleece 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 mature. Leaves can be picked form a number of plants instead of harvesting whole plant. Its buds and flowers are edible

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Pak choy

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail