Cabbage Pak Choi Red

Description

Cabbage Pak Choi Red

Cabbage Pak Choi Red The striking Purple Pak Choi cabbage has light violet leaves and an extra layer or skin which makes it perfect for both culinary use as well as visual art forms making them stand out in any garden. Great for cooler climates, it prefers well-draining soil with good fertility and a pH of between 6.0-7.5 in full to partial sun areas. Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or directly outdoors early in spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Watering: Keep the soil uniformly moist for best growth, using mulch to keep down weeds and hold in soil moisture. For best flavor, use when leaves are young and tender. The striking color of Red Pak Choi also makes it a useful ingredient for salads, stir-frying and as an edible garnish making this is an excellent choice for home gardeners looking to add visual impact and culinary skill in equal measure.

Cultivation advice for Cabbage Pak Choi Red

• Key Takeaway from Growing Red Pak Choi cabbage:
• Timing: Indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost or directly in spring and late summer for a fall crop.
• Sunlight and Soil: Full to partial sun; best in fertile, well-drained soils that are slightly acidic or neutral (pH 6.0-7.5).
• Depth & Longevity: Plant seeds 0.5 cm deep; transplant seedlings at intervals of 15 to twenty centimeters apart
• Watering: Maintain a consistently moist soil; water deeply and less often to promote good root development.
• Plant food: Compost or balanced fertilizer at planting; nitrogen rich after transplant.
• Mulching: Apply organic mulch 3-4 inches around plants and over the root zone to retain moisture, suppress weeds. Keep mulch from coming into contact with stem.
• Harvest: Best flavor and appearance come from harvesting young leaves while still tender.
• Culinary UsesYou can use Red Pak Choi as you would any other pak choi: in salads, stir-fried, or simply included to add some color.
• climate: cold; keep in shade at hot climates
• Pest and Disease Management: Keep an eye out for pesticides as well as pests, deal with organic disease control measures.