{"title":"Chinese Cabbage Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eBrassica rapa\u003c\/i\u003e subsp. \u003ci\u003epekinensis\u003c\/i\u003e) Originating near Beijing, China, and widely used in East Asian cuisine, this brassica is easy to grow! Self-sufficient plants require little tending but need regular watering, especially during hot weather. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"choy-yellow-heart-winter","title":"Bok Choy Seeds, Yellow Heart Winter","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica rapa\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003echinensis\u003c\/em\u003e). This beautiful, great-tasting, and cold-hardy variety from China is also called \"Golden Flower in the Snow,\" as it turns a brilliant yellow when the weather cools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003eYellow 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510995648798,"sku":"OR155","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/choy_yellow_heart_winter.jpg?v=1782393450"},{"product_id":"chinese-cabbage-hilton","title":"Chinese Cabbage Seeds, Hilton","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica rapa\u003c\/em\u003e). Very easy to grow and made perfect heads in our Missouri gardens. Here's a superior Napa-type Chinese cabbage variety seldom seen in the U.S. Medium-sized barrel-shaped heads are densely packed with crinkled, mild-tasting leaves. The preferred variety in the U.K. Great raw or stir fried, or in homemade kimchi!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hilton Chinese cabbage is a cool-season vegetable that grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It requires consistent moisture to grow well, so regular watering is essential. Mulching can help retain moisture and keep the roots cool, which is important for this crop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511150051614,"sku":"OR140","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cabbage_chinese_hilton.jpg?v=1782396825"},{"product_id":"chinese-cabbage-nagasaki-late","title":"Chinese Cabbage Seeds, Nagasaki Late","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica rapa\u003c\/em\u003e). Held in high esteem in its native range, this cousin of bok choy and tatsoi is beloved as a nutritious and tasty vegetable with deep cultural roots as a culinary emblem of Nagasaki, Japan. Growers of Nagasaki Late cabbage will attest that it has been a culinary staple in the Nagasaki region for many generations, and indeed records show the variety, which is locally called Tojinna, has been grown in Nagasaki since at least the Edo period. Evidence suggests that the introduction of this variety actually dates back to the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD). This crispy and flavorful Asian green is locally popular in hotpot, stir fry and soup. This green is particularly popular as a star ingredient in Ozoni, the traditional soup enjoyed for the Japanese New Year. It's a favorite cold-hardy green and deeply nutritious.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagasaki Late Chinese cabbage grows best in cool weather and requires well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Consistent moisture is key to optimal growth. Adding mulch can help retain soil moisture and keep the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511721296158,"sku":"OR162","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/chinese_cabbage_late_nagasaki.jpg?v=1782403539"},{"product_id":"chinese-cabbage-golden-beauty","title":"Chinese Cabbage Seeds, Golden Beauty","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica rapa\u003c\/em\u003e). The best-tasting Chinese cabbage that we have tried, boasting astounding golden color! Golden Beauty cabbage is reminiscent of lettuce hearts for its buttery, super melt-in-your- mouth texture. We can't get enough of this ultra-refined, super flavorful variety that is simply the best for stir fry, hot pots, and soups. This nutritious type of cabbage has been cultivated in China for over 1,000 years. It is considered a culinary staple and cultural symbol, featured in everything from poetry and literature to artwork and even song! Chinese cabbage was celebrated as a medicinal food by prominent naturalist of the Ming dynasty, Li Shizen. After receiving the superfood stamp of approval, Chinese cabbage exploded in popularity and has remained a beloved green since. Introduced over 100 years ago to the United States, this vegetable was received with much fanfare as a nutritious Chinese introduction. The golden yellow variety has increased nutritional benefits. This variety is beloved for its superior mild, sweet flavor, and brilliant lemon yellow color when grown in the right, cool conditions. This tender and tasty variety can be prepared raw or cooked with sublime results! This variety has green outer leaves, but peel them back to reveal the golden beauty!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Beauty Chinese cabbage is a cool-season crop that grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It is important to maintain consistent soil moisture. The plant prefers full sun in cooler climates but can benefit from partial shade in warmer areas to prevent bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511721394462,"sku":"OR165","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/chinese_cabbage_golden_beauty.jpg?v=1782403650"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/collections\/Cabbage_Chinese_Hilton_LSS_DSC_0379_2.jpg?v=1783528109","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/collections\/chinese-cabbage-seeds.oembed","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}