Chinese cabbage Garnet - organic seeds

Chinese Cabbage Granaat

The Chinese Cabbage Granaat is a classic, tall variety with dark green outer leaves and wide white ribs. This vegetable is distinguished by its fine taste, ideal for eating raw in salads or cooked and chopped.

Cultivation Advice for Chinese Cabbage Granaat

Sowing and Growing Conditions
Sow Chinese cabbage from mid-June to mid-August in a nursery. Transplant the seedlings approximately six weeks after sowing, when the plants are about 10 cm tall, with a spacing of 30 cm in all directions.

Chinese cabbage prefers rich soil and a fresh, sunny location.

Maintenance and Diseases
Regular watering is essential to keep the soil moist, but it should not be waterlogged. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely between waterings. Mulching can help maintain soil moisture. Be careful not to wet the leaves.

Chinese cabbage is susceptible to caterpillars, slugs, and aphids. An insect net can be an effective solution to protect your crops from pests.

Harvesting
Harvest Chinese cabbage between September and October.

Tips and Tricks
Good companion plants for Chinese cabbage:

• Onion and Garlic: Planting onions and garlic near Chinese cabbage can help repel caterpillars and aphids. These plants release odors that confuse pests in locating the cabbage.
• Marigolds: Marigolds are flowers that can be planted next to Chinese cabbage to repel nematodes and other harmful insects. The roots of marigolds release chemicals that are known to deter certain pests.
• Crop Rotation: Avoid planting cabbage in the same spot for at least three years to prevent diseases and maintain soil health.