{"product_id":"matsushima-napa-cabbage-seeds-500mg-sweet-crisp-for-kimchi-stir-fry","title":"Matsushima Napa Cabbage Seeds 500mg – Sweet, Crisp for Kimchi \u0026 Stir-Fry","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatsushima Napa Cabbage is a Japanese variety prized for its tender, sweet, and crisp leaves, making it an excellent choice for homemade kimchi, stir-fries, and fresh salads. Its compact, upright heads are easy to grow and perform well in both spring and fall plantings, adding a versatile and flavorful crop to your vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're fermenting kimchi or simply enjoying it sautéed, this napa cabbage delivers reliable texture and mild flavor. It thrives in cool weather and can be harvested at various stages, from baby leaves to full heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, crisp leaves ideal for kimchi and stir-fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to spring and fall planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvestable from baby leaf to full head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese heirloom variety\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 subsp. pekinensis\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 Consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, compact heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-11 (as an annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-80 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Matsushima Napa Cabbage seeds directly in the garden or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 1\/4 inch deep and keep soil consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow heads to develop properly. For best results, provide regular watering and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNapa cabbage prefers cool temperatures and can bolt in heat, so time plantings for spring or fall. Harvest heads when firm and compact, or pick outer leaves for continuous use. Monitor for common pests like aphids and cabbage worms, and use row covers if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500mg of Matsushima Napa Cabbage seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824821928246,"sku":"FOLIA2-1347","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6508116637_e03b.jpg?v=1793004828","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/matsushima-napa-cabbage-seeds-500mg-sweet-crisp-for-kimchi-stir-fry","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}