Michihili Chinese Cabbage Live Plants - 5 Plant Pack

Michihili Chinese Cabbage Live Plants - 5 Plant Pack

Get five live Michihili Chinese cabbage plants, a classic open-pollinated heirloom variety (Brassica rapa var. pekinensis). A live-plant pack gives you a head start in the garden.

Growing information

Chinese cabbage grows best in cool weather. Transplant into fertile, well-drained soil and keep the soil consistently moist. Choose a sunny spot during cool conditions, and provide enough room for the plants to develop. Prolonged heat can encourage bolting.

planting and care

Set each plant at the same depth it was growing, firm the soil gently around the roots, and water well after transplanting. A light mulch can help keep soil moisture even. Follow local guidance for plant spacing.

Harvesting

Harvest heads when they feel full and firm, cutting at the base. Pick before prolonged hot weather, which can cause plants to bolt.

In the kitchen

Use the crisp leaves fresh in slaws and salads, or add them to stir-fries, soups and braised dishes. Chinese cabbage is also commonly used in fermented dishes such as kimchi.