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Bok Choy (Li Ren Choi)

brassica

Growing reference
Spacing
3 in (petite)(9 / sqft)
Trellis
no
Seed indoor
Mar 18(-4 w)
Transplant
Apr 15(at frost)
Harvest
~4–6 weeks from sowing
Last fall harvest
Oct 15 – Nov 12(at frost to +4 w)
Succession
every 2 weeks
Water
1-2 per week
Seed shelf life
3–4 y
Lifecycle
annual
Seed source
Johnny's Selected Seeds

Li Ren Choi is a petite variety harvested ~30 days at 4-6 in tall — hence the dense 9-per-sqft planting. Full-size types want 6-12 in spacing. Bolts quickly in heat.