{"id":442,"date":"2023-02-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=442"},"modified":"2023-06-27T11:44:45","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T18:44:45","slug":"how-to-grow-pak-choi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Pak Choi &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-to-Grow-Pak-Choi.png\" alt=\"pak choi plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nPak choi, which are known botanically as Brassica Rapa, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing pak choi as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Pak_Choi\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Pak Choi\">Best Time to Plant Pak Choi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#How_to_Plant_Pak_Choi_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Pak Choi the Right Way\">How to Plant Pak Choi the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Pak_Choi\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Pak Choi\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Pak Choi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#How_Much_to_Water_Pak_Choi\" title=\"How Much to Water Pak Choi\">How Much to Water Pak Choi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Pak_Choi_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Pak Choi to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Pak Choi to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#When_to_Harvest_Pak_Choi\" title=\"When to Harvest Pak Choi\">When to Harvest Pak Choi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#What_Can_Pak_Choi_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Pak Choi Be Used For?\">What Can Pak Choi Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#Can_Pak_Choi_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Pak Choi Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Pak Choi Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-pak-choi\/#Are_Pak_Choi_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Pak Choi Safe for Bees?\">Are Pak Choi Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Pak_Choi\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Pak Choi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the pak choi seeds choi in spring or Autumn in temperatures ranging from 45\u00b0 to 75\u00b0F. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when pak choi are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Pak_Choi_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Pak Choi the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing pak choi in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your pak choi grow. Generally, your soil should be well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6 to 7.<\/p>\n<p>9&#8243; apart. roughly 18&#8243; apart in rows. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about .25&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your pak choi seedlings \u00a0one plant every 18&#8243; when seedlings are 2&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Pak_Choi\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Pak Choi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Pak_Choi\"><\/span>How Much to Water Pak Choi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Pak_Choi_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Pak Choi to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Pak_Choi\"><\/span>When to Harvest Pak Choi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your pak choi is once pak choi reaches its mature height and approximately 50 to 70 days have passed.<\/p>\n<p>Pak choi can grow up to about 12 to 24 inches (30 to 61 cm.)\u00a0tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Pak_Choi_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Pak Choi Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> soups, salads, stir-fries and fillings for spring rolls, potstickers, steamed buns and dumplings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> Pack Choi is crisp and juicy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Pak_Choi_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Pak Choi Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you will ideally need a  12&#8243;+ containerfor each plant. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your pak choi around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Pak_Choi_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Pak Choi Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, pak choi are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing pak choi is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pak choi, which are known botanically as Brassica Rapa, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing pak choi as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Pak Choi This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the pak choi seeds choi in spring or Autumn in temperatures ranging from 45\u00b0 to 75\u00b0F. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. 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