Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Mini Napa #2 - Hybrid (Treated)
60-70 Days to maturity. Brassica rapa Pekinensis 'Mini Napa #2'. Mini Napa #2 Chinese Cabbage Hybrid Seeds. Annual Hybrid. Mini Napa #2 is the smallest Chinese Napa cabbage used by commercial growers because it is slow bolting and uniform. You can expect your mini cabbage to be about 3-4 pounds with green leaves and a yellow center. Use this cabbage to add some color and freshness to your favorite summer salads. Approximately 8625 seeds per ounce.
Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Mini Napa #2 - Hybrid (Treated)
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Other Common Names: Chinese Cabbage, Mini Napa, da bai cai, Huang ya cai, wang bok, bok choy, hakusai.
How to Grow Mini Napa #2 Chinese Cabbage
Growing Chinese Cabbage is easy. The key is proving the right conditions for them to thrive in. Typically Chinese Cabbage likes cool weather that does not dip below 50°F at night for more than a week. Mini Napa #2 is no different, because it does mature a little quicker than other varieties you can use it for later planting if you are slow to get your garden going. Chinese Cabbages are heavy feeders so be sure to apply fertilizer during the growing season. Companion plant with oats to reduce problems with soil-borne illness and attract beneficial insects.
Harvesting Chinese Cabbage
Harvest when the heads reach the size you want. In the fall, cut heads high leaving the base of the plant intact. Small heads will often regrow from the stub. During the fall season Chinese Cabbages can tolerate a light frost, but be sure to harvest all cabbage heads before a hard freeze.
Culinary Tips
Napa 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. The Mini Napa #2 is a great option for including in your favorite dishes because of its green and yellow coloring. 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.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"If you live in a region that has warmer summers, try planting Chinese Cabbage in a partial shade area or use floating row covers to prevent bolting. Rotate plants of the cabbage family with other vegetables to reduce pest issues. "
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- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Managing Editor |
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Seeds Per Package
- 1 oz - Approximately 8,600Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 3,400 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 137,600 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Brassica rapa Pekinensis 'Mini Napa #2 |
| Mini Napa #2 Color: | Dark green outer leaves with a yellow core and white stalks throughout. |
| Mini Napa #2 Flavor: | Crisp and refreshing with a mildly sweet cabbage flavor |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 60-70 Days to maturity. |
| Days to Germination: | 6-11 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1/2 inches |
| Row Spacing: | Thin to 12-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Small Compact Heading Cabbage |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, Rich, Slightly Alkaline soil that is 50-60°F. |
| Temperature Preference: | 60–70°F (16–21°C) |
Other
| Plant Width: | 6-10 inches |
| 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. |