| Common Name | Pak Choi, Bok Choy |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Brassica |
| Species | Chinensis |
| Origin | China |
| Blooming | Annual vegetable; flowers bolt in late season for seed production, yellow small blossoms. |
| Leaf Color | Dark green leaves with white/light green stems |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter and compost
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; regular watering is crucial for tender leaves
Prefers full sun to partial shade; cooler temperatures prevent bolting and bitterness
Apply balanced vegetable fertilizer or compost tea every 2-3 weeks during active growth phase
Harvest outer leaves as needed to extend production, remove flower stalks immediately to prevent bitterness
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