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Chinese Cabbage Pak Choi Tricoloured Mix F1

Brassica rapa pekinensis Pak Choï Tricoloured Mix F1
Pak Choi

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A mix composed of three varieties with green and purple leaves. These Chinese cabbages can be consumed when the leaves are young or when they are mature; their stalks are juicy, crispy, and have a mild flavor, less pronounced than that of cabbage. Sowing under a heated shelter from April to May or in open ground from June to July for a harvest from August to October.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Soil moisture
Damp soil
Germination time (days)
14 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Sowing period April to July
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Description

The 'Tricoloured Mix F1' Hybrid Chinese Pak Choi, also known as Bok-Choy, is a blend of three varieties with green and purple leaves. These Chinese cabbages can be consumed when the leaves are young or fully mature. Their stems are juicy, crispy, and have a mild flavour, less pronounced than cabbage's. They can be sown in a heated shelter from April to May or directly in the ground from June to July for a harvest from August to October.

Chinese cabbages are vegetable plants native to China and, more generally, to East Asia. Like their European counterparts, they belong to the large family of Brassicaceae and are classified under the species name Brassica rapa.

These cabbages, once only found in certain specialized shops a few years ago, are gradually gaining popularity in our markets and gardens, much to the delight of Asian cuisine enthusiasts.

They are biennial plants grown as annuals and are full of qualities, both in terms of taste and nutrition. From a dietary point of view, they are remarkable: low in calories, very rich in vitamins C and A and potassium and also contain a lot of fibre and minerals such as calcium.

In the kitchen, these cabbages can be consumed raw or cooked: in salads, quickly stir-fried in a wok, in soups, or in gratins.

In the vegetable garden, growing Tricoloured Mix F1 Hybrid Chinese Pak Choi is a bit more delicate than growing traditional cabbages as it requires more warmth, but it has the same requirements: deep soil, excellent fertilisation, and regular watering. It should be planted in a sunny spot. Chinese cabbages are not very hardy and can only be grown as vegetables in late summer and early winter.

 

Note: This variety is labelled F1 for "F1 hybrid" because it results from the cross-breeding of carefully selected parents to combine their qualities. This results in a variety that can be flavourful and/or early while also resistant to certain diseases. Sometimes criticised or wrongly associated with GMOs, F1 hybrid seeds are interesting for their uniformity and resistance, but unfortunately, their qualities do not pass on to the next generations, so it will not be possible to save the seeds for future sowing.

 

Harvest: 'Tricoloured Mix F1' Hybrid Chinese Pak Choi can be harvested from August to October by cutting at the collar level with a knife.

Storage: It can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days.


Gardener's tip: To reduce the need for watering, we recommend mulching the soil with thin successive layers of grass clippings, preferably mixed with dead leaves, once the plants are well developed. This protection helps the soil retain moisture and also reduces weed growth.

Harvest

Harvest time August to October
Type of vegetable Leaf vegetable
Size of vegetable Medium
Interest Flavour, Nutritional value

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Brassica

Species

rapa

Cultivar

pekinensis Pak Choï Tricoloured Mix F1

Family

Brassicaceae

Other common names

Pak Choi

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Annual / Perennial

Annual

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Planting and care

Sowing:

The germination temperature of the 'Tricoloured Mix F1' Hybrid Chinese Pak Choi is around 20° and takes about 14 days.

Sowing period: under heated shelter from April to May or in open ground from June to July

You can proceed with direct sowing in place or prepare seedlings that will then be planted in the garden in their final position.

Seedling preparation: Under shelter or in a greenhouse in the garden for the rest of the year (according to the recommended sowing period), sow the seeds to a depth of 1 to 2 cm (0 to 1in) in a good seed compost or a fine soil. Cover lightly with compost and keep the substrate moist but not soggy.

When the young plants appear strong enough to be handled, transplant them into pots if necessary before planting them in the garden when there is no longer any risk of frost. When planting, respect the recommended spacing for direct sowing.

Direct sowing: In suitably amended and finely worked soil, make furrows about one or two centimetres deep, spaced 40 centimetres (16 inches) apart. Sow the seeds and cover them with a thin layer of fine soil. When the seedlings are well developed, thin them out, leaving one plant every 40 centimetres (16 inches).

Cultivation:

The 'Tricoloured Mix F1' Hybrid Chinese Pak Choi is grown in the sun. It is a demanding vegetable that requires well-rotted, nitrogen-rich and potassium-rich soil. It is advisable to apply a generous amount of mature compost (about 3/4 kg per m2) in autumn, by scratching it to a depth of 5 cm (2in), after having loosened the soil, as with any vegetable crop. It is not very tolerant of soil pH, which should be between 5.6 and 6.5. Care should be taken in acidic soil to gradually raise the pH by adding calcium in the form of Dolomite or Lime.

Beware of pests such as Cabbage White Butterfly or Flea Beetles, and consider installing insect netting.

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Seedlings

Sowing period April to July
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Germination time (days) 14 days

Care

Soil moisture Wet
Disease resistance Good
Pruning No pruning necessary

Intended location

Type of use Vegetable garden
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), 192

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