Chinese Cabbage Cavolo Cinese Michihili Seeds

Chinese Cabbage Cavolo Cinese Michihili Seeds - Irish Plants Direct

 

A traditional Chinese cabbage variety with elongated heads and a mild sweet flavour.

 

Michihili (Brassica rapa) is a variety of Chinese cabbage that forms tall, compact, and cylindrical heads. With its crisp, light green leaves and sweet, mild flavour, it’s perfect for stir-fries, soups, or as an addition to salads.

 

Growing to a height of 40-50 cm, this variety thrives in cool weather, making it ideal for early spring or autumn harvests. It can be grown in both garden beds and containers, adding a touch of freshness to your vegetable patch.

 

Perfect for a wide variety of Asian dishes, this cabbage is prized for its tender texture and versatility in the kitchen.

 

Seed Qty: 

 

Sow: March - July

Germination: 7 - 14 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil, neutral to slightly alkaline pH

Height: 40 - 50 cm

Harvesting: May - October

Companion Plants: Lettuce, Peas, Radishes

Avoid Planting With: Cruciferous vegetables

Ensure soil remains consistently moist, especially during warmer periods, to keep the cabbage tender and crisp.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds indoors from March to July, 0.5 cm deep in moist, well-drained compost. Keep in a warm, sunny spot until germination. Once seedlings are large enough, transplant them outdoors after the last frost.

 

Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in early spring or late summer. Space plants 25-30 cm apart to allow for full development of the heads.

 

This Chinese cabbage variety provides tender, sweet leaves that are perfect for a wide range of dishes, from stir-fries to traditional soups.

 

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