Good companions
Onion, Dill, Lettuce
Brassicas
Chinese Broccoli / Gai Lan growing guide
Leafy-stem brassica grown for tender stems, leaves and flower buds. A staple Asian green for stir-fries and mild-season beds.
4-10 daysGermination
45-65 daysHarvest
25 cmSpacing
0.5 cmSow depth
Full/PartSun
HardyFrost
2.5 cm/weekWater
6-7.5pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Apr - Aug | Apr - Aug | May - Sep |
| Subtropical | Mar - Aug | Apr - Aug | May - Oct |
| Mediterranean | Mar - Sep | Apr - Sep | May - Nov |
| Temperate | Feb - Apr | Apr - Jun | May - Oct |
| Cool | Mar - May | May - Jul | Jun - Oct |
| Arid | Mar - May | Apr - Jun | May - Aug |
Avoid near
Strawberry
Growing note
Harvest stems just as flower buds form for the best texture.
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