🌱 How to Grow Chinese Cabbage from Seeds
Also known as:

• Hindi: पत्ता गोभी (Patta Gobhi)

• Tamil: சீன முட்டைக்கோசு (Seena Muttai Kosu)

• Telugu: చైనా పచ్చగాయ (China Pachchagaya)

• Malayalam: ചൈനാ കൊസ് (China Koss)

• Kannada: ಚೈನೀಸ್ ಕೋಸು (Chinese Kosu)

• English: Chinese Cabbage / Napa Cabbage

• Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis

1. 🗓️ Choose the Right Season

• Cool-season leafy vegetable

• Best sowing: Sept–Nov and Feb–Mar

• Ideal temperature: 15°C to 22°C

2. 🌱 Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Loose, fertile, well-draining loam

• pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)

• Mix in organic compost or well-rotted manure before sowing

3. 🌾 Sowing the Seeds

• Depth: Sow seeds ½ inch (1.2 cm) deep

• Spacing:

  • Rows: 12–18 inches apart

  • Plants: Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart

• Sow in seed trays or directly in garden beds

4. 💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist for even growth

• Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

• Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature

5. 🌿 Germination

• Seeds germinate in 5–10 days

• Provide good light but protect from harsh midday sun for seedlings

6. ☀️ Sunlight & Temperature

• Requires 4–6 hours of sunlight daily

• Prefers cooler temps; avoid heat to prevent bolting

7. 🌼 Fertilization

• Side-dress with compost or balanced organic fertilizer every 3 weeks

• Avoid excessive nitrogen that promotes leafiness but weak heads

8. 🛡️ Pest & Disease Control

• Watch for pests: aphids, cabbage worms, flea beetles

• Use neem oil or organic insecticidal soap as needed

• Crop rotation helps prevent diseases like clubroot

9. 🥬 Harvesting

• Ready in 45–70 days depending on variety

• Harvest when heads are firm and compact

• Cut at base with a sharp knife

10. 🌱 Regrow Tip

• Save seeds from mature, dried flower stalks

• Store in a dry, cool place for next season’s planting

🌿 Health Benefits of Chinese Cabbage

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K

• Contains antioxidants and dietary fiber

• Supports digestion and immune function

• Low calorie, good for weight management