Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Green Rocket - Hybrid
70 Days to maturity. Brassica rapa var pekinensis 'Green Rocket'. Green Rocket Hybrid Cabbage Seeds. Annual Hybrid. Green Rocket is a popular Michihili-type cultivar known for its early maturity (for a Michihili-type) and sweet taste. You can expect to see 4-4.5 pound cylindrical heads form with vigorous growth and disease resistance. Its leaves show off frilly edges at the top of the cabbage head. If you are new to Chinese Cabbage this is a good variety to try. About 5,300 seeds per oz.
Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Green Rocket - Hybrid
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Other Common Names: Michihili, Cylindrical Napa Chinese Cabbage, Da bai cai, jie qiu bai cai, Bok Choy, wong nga pak, siew choy, Hakusai
How to Grow Green Rocket Chinese Cabbage
Chinese Cabbage grows best with vernalization. This is when the seed experiences an extended period of cold before being planted. When planted the seed experiences a shift in temperatures triggering natural signals of spring's arrival. Sow seeds in the spring and late summer for two harvests.
Because these plants are heavy feeders it is best to apply fertilizer after transplanting or when the young plant is established. Michihili cultivars tend to grow with better stress tolerance and resistance to bolting.
Harvesting Chinese Cabbage
To harvest Chinese Cabbage cut the cabbage head near the base of the plant and soil line. To allow additional heads to form cut a little higher. You can tell your cabbage is ready for harvest when it reaches a suitable size and firmness.
Culinary Tips
Michihili cabbage can be eaten raw in salads. It has high water content and takes on a sweet and juicy flavor when cooked, picking up other flavors from the food it's cooked with. Since it softens as well, it's frequently used with meats in stir-fries and soups during the last stages of cooking. Preserve by drying or pickling.
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Seeds Per Package
- 500 mg packet - Approximately 95 Seeds‬
- 1 oz - Approximately 5,300 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 21,200 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 84,800 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Brassica rapa var pekinensis 'Green Rocket' |
| Green Rocket Color: | Bright green leaves with white petioles |
| Green Rocket Flavor: | Sweet and crisp |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 70 Days to maturity. |
| Days to Germination: | 6-10 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1/2 inches |
| Row Spacing: | Thin to 12-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 18-24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Michihili-type |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, Rich, Slightly Alkaline soil that is 50-60°F. |
| Temperature Preference: | 60–70°F (16–21°C) |
Other
| Pests and Disease: | Common pests and diseases for Chinese Cabbages include flea beetles, cabbageworm, cutworms, cabbage root flies, aphids, clubroot, and other fungi. Keep good garden hygiene to limit issues with these pests and diseases. |