Non-GMO Heirloom Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Matsushima No.2 (1 Lb ~137600 Seeds) for Asian Cuisine, Home Garden & Microgreens Planting

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Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Matsushima No. 2. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Brassica rapa Pekinensis group. Also known as baechu, baguio, bai cai, cai bac thao, cai dai, celery cabbage, Chinese leaves, da bai cai, hakusai, heading Chinese cabbage, huang ya cai, huan ya bai, jie jin bai chai, kala gowa, kobis cina, kubis cina, kubis panjang, nappa, nappa cabbage, pe tsai, petsay tsina, phakkaat khaao plee, sawi, sawi pahit, siew choy, ta paak tsai, won bok, wong bok, wong nga pak. 80 days to maturity. Cool season annual. This Japanese heirloom or dento yasai variety is a staple in many parts of Asia. It has a barrel shaped head and is suitable for intensive planting. The leaves can be dried for winter use. Prefers cool temperatures for its main growing season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Exposing plants to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50°F may result in bolting. Harvest time is fall to early winter. Note: Chinese Cabbage requires vernalization. Bud differentiation and bolting results from low temperatures of 41°F for a week or 50°F for two weeks. For spring harvest, transplant seedlings with 5-7 true leaves raised at 73-75°F during the day and over 53°F at night. Providing plants with adequate water and fertilizer after transplanting will promote faster growth. Used in sukiyaki, yosenabe, ohitashi, stir-fries, salad, and pickling (including kim chee). Approx 8600 seeds/oz.