{"product_id":"500-choy-sum-cabbage-seeds-brassica-rapa-var-parachinensis-asian-greens-for-garden-planting","title":"500 Choy Sum Cabbage Seeds - Brassica rapa var. parachinensis Asian Greens for Garden Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoy Sum, also known as flowering Chinese cabbage, is a popular Asian green grown for its tender leaves, crisp stems, and mild, sweet flavor. This cool-season annual produces upright plants with light green leaves and small yellow flowers that are edible and add a delicate touch to stir-fries, soups, and salads. Choy Sum is a fast-growing, rewarding crop for home gardeners and market growers alike, thriving in raised beds, containers, or traditional garden rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 500 seeds, you have plenty to sow successionally for a continuous harvest throughout the growing season. Choy Sum is easy to grow from seed and reaches maturity quickly, making it an excellent choice for beginner gardeners and those with short growing seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender, mild-flavored leaves and stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible yellow flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing cool-season annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile in the kitchen: stir-fry, steam, or enjoy fresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica rapa var. parachinensis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, leafy rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-10 (grown as an annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-50 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Choy Sum seeds directly in the garden 1\/4 inch deep, about 2-4 weeks before the last frost date for a spring crop, or in late summer for a fall harvest. Seeds germinate best at soil temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C) and typically sprout within 5-10 days. Thin seedlings to stand 6-12 inches apart to allow room for growth. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, and provide consistent moisture to prevent bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoy Sum benefits from regular watering and a side dressing of compost or balanced fertilizer. Harvest leaves and stems when plants are young and tender, or cut the entire plant at the base. For a continuous supply, sow seeds every 2-3 weeks during the growing season. Monitor for common pests like aphids and flea beetles, and use row covers if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Choy Sum Cabbage Seeds (Brassica rapa var. parachinensis).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795561644342,"sku":"FOLIA2-530","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7173042615_ukfn.jpg?v=1792671624","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/500-choy-sum-cabbage-seeds-brassica-rapa-var-parachinensis-asian-greens-for-garden-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}