Pak Choi 'Mei Qing Choi'

• Pak Choi grows best in full sun but tolerates partial shade, particularly in warmer months to prevent bolting.
• Choose a spot with moist, well-draining soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure.
• Work the soil to a fine texture, removing weeds and debris.
• Add organic matter to improve fertility and water retention, as Pak Choi prefers nutrient-rich soil.
• Plant plugs 15 - 20cm apart in rows spaced 30cm apart. This allows enough room for their leafy heads to develop.
• Plant each plug so the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Firm the soil gently around the plug and water thoroughly after planting.
• For container-growing, use pots at least 25 - 30cm deep with good drainage, spacing a similar distance to if you were planting in the ground.

Caring:

• Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, as Pak Choi can wilt quickly in dry conditions.
• Avoid watering the leaves to reduce the risk of fungal diseases.
• Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2 - 3 weeks to encourage leafy growth. For autumn crops, use a nitrogen-rich feed to maintain healthy leaves.
• Remove weeds regularly to minimise competition for nutrients and water. Be careful not to disturb the shallow roots.
• Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the soil temperature stable.
• Watch for slugs, snails, and flea beetles, which are common pests for Pak Choi. Use organic slug pellets, copper tape, or netting for protection.
• Cover plants with fine mesh or fleece to deter cabbage white butterflies and other pests.

Harvesting:

• Pak Choi is ready to harvest about 4–6 weeks after planting, depending on growing conditions.
• For baby leaves, cut the outer leaves as needed, leaving the inner growth intact to allow continued production.
• For a full head, cut the entire plant at the base just above the soil line.

Please allow us 3-5 working days to dispatch your order. Pre-ordered items will be sent as soon as possible after the date quoted and we'll generally ship your entire order with your pre-ordered items. When your order is dispatched, we'll send you another email with details of how to track it.

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We'll send a tracking link when we dispatch your order, so you know when its due to arrive. Please note, once delivered we cannot be held responsible for loss or theft from your property. If you have any specific delivery instructions, please let us know - there's an option to enter a short message for the courier at the checkout.

Smaller, lighter, single-item orders may be sent through the post with Royal Mail - in which case no tracking is available.

Our experienced nursery team will always send your plants nursery fresh in the perfect condition to thrive when you plant them, so although most plants are very tough and will not be affected by all but the most extreme frosts or heatwaves, we avoid dispatching the most perishable plants if extreme weather is forecast, or over Bank Holiday weekends.

Please note, we cannot guarantee delivery on a certain day or time. Delivery to outlying postcode areas may take 1-2 days longer, dependent on your location.