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Choy Seeds, Yellow Heart Winter
Description
(Brassica rapa). This beautiful variety from China is of the best-tasting and cold-hardiest greens. It’s also called “Golden Flower in the Snow,” which is a nod to the incredible cold tolerance of this variety. Cool weather triggers leaves to turn a brilliant yellow color, making the central rosette of leaves look like a massive gilded flower. Plants are just 5-8 inches tall. The plants are super cold-loving and great for extra-late season planting and ornamental design. Extra tender leaves are delicious cooked or in a salad. A taste test winner!
- 45 days to maturity
- 4-6 hrs of sun
- Sprouts in 10-14 days
- Ideal Temperature: 55-80 F
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Plant Spacing: 6-8"
- Frost Hardy: Yes
Growing Tips
Yellow Heart Winter choy is a cold-tolerant Asian green, particularly well-suited to cool-season growing and performs best in the fall and winter when temperatures are cooler. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter, and benefits from consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
When to Grow
Yellow Heart Winter choy is ideally planted in late summer or early fall for a winter harvest. In regions with mild winters, it can be grown through the cold months. For spring planting, sow the seeds as soon as the soil can be worked. The plant’s cold tolerance makes it an excellent choice for extending the growing season into the cooler months.
How to Sow and Plant
Sow seeds directly into the garden 1/4 inch deep and space them 6-8 inches apart, with rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. Seeds can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date and transplanted outside when the soil is workable and temperatures are consistently cool. Ensure the soil is well-prepared with compost or other organic matter to support healthy growth.
How to Grow
Yellow Heart Winter choy prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade, particularly in warmer climates. Maintain even soil moisture to prevent the plant from becoming stressed, which can lead to bolting. Mulching around the plants helps retain moisture and control weeds. Regular feeding with a balanced organic fertilizer or additional compost will encourage robust growth and high yields.
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
When should I harvest Yellow Heart Winter choy?
Harvest when the leaves are tender and the center has developed its characteristic yellow color. This typically occurs 45-65-70 days after planting, depending on growing conditions.
Can Yellow Heart Winter choy tolerate frost?
Yes, this variety is quite frost-tolerant and is ideal for late-season gardening. It can withstand light frosts, which often enhance its flavor.
How can I prevent Yellow Heart Winter choy from bolting?
Plant during cooler months and ensure consistent watering to reduce stress. If planting in spring, avoid late planting as rising temperatures can cause the plant to bolt.
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