{"product_id":"kailaan-chinese-broccoli-seeds-500mg-open-pollinated-heirloom","title":"Kailaan Chinese Broccoli Seeds - 500mg Open Pollinated Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eKailaan, also known as Chinese broccoli or gai lan, is a popular Asian green prized for its thick stems, tender leaves, and small white flowers. This open-pollinated heirloom variety offers a mild, slightly bitter flavor and is a staple in stir-fries and steamed dishes. Easy to grow and quick to mature, Kailaan is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add diversity to their vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its upright growth habit and attractive blue-green foliage, Kailaan is both productive and ornamental. Harvest the entire plant or individual leaves and stems for fresh use. This cool-season crop thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, providing a rewarding harvest in a short time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick, tender stems with mild, sweet flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces small white flowers that are edible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to cultivate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for stir-fries, steaming, and soups\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 oleracea var. alboglabra\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 Well-drained, fertile 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-70 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 Kailaan seeds directly in the garden or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for healthy growth. Kailaan prefers cooler temperatures and can be planted in early spring or fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide consistent moisture and mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly if needed. Harvest stems when they are about 1 inch in diameter and before flowers fully open for the best flavor and texture. Regular harvesting encourages new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500mg of Kailaan Chinese Broccoli seeds (open-pollinated heirloom).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835969274166,"sku":"FOLIA2-1381","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6458384164_61co.jpg?v=1793096630","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/kailaan-chinese-broccoli-seeds-500mg-open-pollinated-heirloom","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}