Bok Choy Seeds, Baby Milk

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Sku:
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Min. seed count:
200
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Description

(Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis). Ivory-white, sweet-flavored stems against forest green foliage make for a stunning contrast of colors. But it’s the flavor and juicy texture that really make Baby Milk bok choy is a show-stopper! The perfect single serving-sized plant, a head can fit neatly in your palm. In China bok choy is celebrated as a nutrient-dense superfood; indeed bok choy is a rich source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as smaller amounts of a wide range of important nutrients. Bok choy also ranks at the top of the charts for nutrient density, rated healthier even than spinach and broccoli. 

  • 30 days to maturity
  • 4-6 hours of sun
  • Sprouts in 10-14 days
  • Ideal Temperature: 60-80 F
  • Seed Depth: 1/4"
  • Plant Spacing: 6"
  • Frost Hardy: No

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

Baby Milk bok choy is a compact variety ideal for quick harvests. It thrives in cool weather and requires well-draining, fertile soil. Amend your soil with compost before planting to ensure it has plenty of nutrients. Ensure consistent moisture but avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Mulching around the plants helps conserve moisture and keep the soil cool.

When to Grow

Bok choy is best grown during cooler seasons. For spring planting, start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost, then transplant them outdoors. For fall harvests, sow seeds directly in the garden 4-8 weeks before the first expected frost. In warmer climates, bok choy is more prone to bolting, so consider planting in late summer or early fall when temperatures are steadier.

How to Sow and Plant

Direct sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in the garden or start indoors and transplant. Space seedlings about 6 inches apart, with rows spaced 18-30 inches apart. For continuous harvests, sow seeds every two weeks. Baby bok choy can be planted more densely, but ensure good airflow to prevent disease.

How to Grow

Bok choy prefers full sun to partial shade, especially in hot regions. It needs about 4-6 hours of sunlight per day, but some afternoon shade can prevent wilting. Maintain consistent watering, giving the plants about 1 inch of water per week. Fertilize with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer during planting, and monitor for pests like cabbage worms and aphids, using row covers if necessary.

How to Save

Bok choy is an annual, completing its life cycle in one year. To avoid selecting bolt-prone plants, don't save seeds from prematurely bolted ones. Let plants mature fully, harvest the dried pods, crumble the small round seeds into a jar or bag, then seal and store the seeds in a cool, dark, dry place. Bok choy cross-pollinates with other rapa species but not with different species of Brassica, so it's safe to grow it next to mustard greens (Brassica juncea), for example. To ensure seed purity, isolate your bok choy from other blooming B. rapa by about a half mile or use caging techniques. Allow your healthiest plants to flower for a strong, diverse seed pool.

FAQ

Can I grow Baby Milk bok choy in containers?
Yes, bok choy can be grown in containers at least 12 inches wide and 20 inches deep. Ensure good drainage and use a mix of potting soil and compost.

When can I harvest Baby Milk bok choy?
Baby bok choy can be ready for harvest in as little as 30 days, depending on growing conditions.

What are common pests for Baby Milk bok choy?
Cabbage worms, aphids, and slugs are common pests. Using row covers and maintaining good garden hygiene can help prevent infestations.

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