Fast, flavorful, and fun to grow, indoors or out!
Pak Choi (aka Bok Choy) is a speedy little superstar in the garden. With its crisp white stems and tender green leaves, it’s a joy to grow and even more delightful to eat, whether you’re harvesting full heads or snipping microgreens in just a week!
Variety: Pak Choi (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis)
Growth Habit: Cool-season biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 6–12 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild with a hint of mustard
Color: Bright green leaves with juicy white stems
Planting Conditions: Full sun to partial shade; rich, moist soil
Harvest Timeline: Baby leaves in 20–30 days; full heads in 45–60 days
Microgreens: Ready in just 7–10 days!
Uses: Stir-fries, soups, salads, and microgreens
Fun Fact: Pak Choi is one of the most nutrient-dense greens you can grow, packed with vitamins A, C, and K.
Pak Choi is a kitchen gardener’s dream. As microgreens, it’s tender, flavorful, and ready in under two weeks, perfect for topping sandwiches, salads, or noodle bowls. Grown to full size, its juicy stems and leafy tops are ideal for quick sautés and brothy soups. Whether you’re growing on a windowsill or in a raised bed, this green brings freshness and crunch to every bite.
To Full Size
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: 4–6 hours of sun daily; partial shade helps prevent bolting.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: ¼ inch deep, spaced 6–12 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist for tender growth.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 6–8 inches apart and feed mid-season.
✂️ Harvest: Cut whole heads or snip outer leaves as needed.
For Microgreens
🪴 Prepare Your Tray: Use a shallow tray with drainage and fill with seed-starting mix or coco coir.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Scatter evenly (10–12 grams per 10"x20" tray).
💦 Mist and Cover: Mist gently and cover with a humidity dome.
🌑 Germination (Days 1–3): Keep in a dark, warm place.
☀️ Light and Watering (Days 4–7): Remove cover, place under lights, and bottom water.
✂️ Harvest (Days 7–10): Snip when greens are 2–3 inches tall. Use fresh or refrigerate.
