Life Cycle
Annua
Plant Characteristics
Tender leaves
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Mild
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Autumn
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
30–45 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
20–30 cm
Planting Depth
0.5–1 cm
Growing Conditions
Cool climate
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai be harvested as baby greens?
Can Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai be harvested as baby greens?
Yes. The leaves can be picked young for tender baby greens or allowed to mature into full-sized leafy heads.
Does this variety form a compact leafy head?
Does this variety form a compact leafy head?
Yes. It develops a compact, well-formed head with crisp leaves, making it suitable for small gardens and raised beds.
Can Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai be grown in containers?
Can Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai be grown in containers?
Yes. It grows well in deep containers with fertile, well-drained soil and regular moisture.
Will cool weather improve the leaf quality?
Will cool weather improve the leaf quality?
Yes. Cool growing conditions help produce tender, crisp leaves and can reduce the chance of premature flowering.
Are both the leaves and stems suitable for cooking?
Are both the leaves and stems suitable for cooking?
Yes. Both the leafy tops and crisp stems can be used in stir-fries, soups, steaming, and other cooked dishes.
How is Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai different from bok choy?
How is Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai different from bok choy?
While both are Asian leafy vegetables, Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai typically forms a more compact leafy head, whereas bok choy grows as an open cluster of thick white stems and green leaves.