Baby Choi
Bok Choy
Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
★ 2.01 review · 1 source
Brassicaceae (Mustard family) · Genus: Brassica
About
Fast growing, small heads have tender green leaves and excellent flavor.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Half-Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
10–21 days
at 40–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
50 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Seed Spacing
8 in
Row Spacing
24 in
Thin To
16 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
55–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–95 °F
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Air Temp
28–80 °F
When to Plant in Your Area
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in North in early spring for first crop, again in midsummer for fall crop. In South, sow in the fall. Sow about 8" apart in rows 24" apart and cover with 1/4" of fine soil. Firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★☆☆☆August 26, 2026