Popular for Asian dishes. Quick and easy growing annual, prefers cool weather, and tolerates light frost. Pak Choi and Bok Choi are basically the same plant, but Bok Choi has a white stem, and Pak Choi has a green stem. Bok choi is a bigger growing plant resulting in higher yield.

This specific variety is also commonly known as Tatsoi.

Please Note: Asian greens are known by different names in different regions, therefore gardeners suggest using the image on the pack as the best indication of the seed included in the packet.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow direct where they are to grow, shallowly and thinly.
Depth: Thin to 30cm (12") apart.
Growing notes: Firm down and keep moist. Likes a warm sunny position and well drained soil.

Growing Needs

Position: Sunny position
Soil: Well-drained soil
Water: Firm down and keep moist

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Annual