Cabbage Chinese Vegetable Seeds

CABBAGE ‘Chinese’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis

Important Notice: These seeds have been treated with a fungicide (Thiram). Do not consume the seeds or feed them to animals. Fungicide treatment is a requirement under AQIS regulations for certain seed varieties. This treatment does not affect crop growth or beneficial insects. We aim to source untreated seed where possible, however availability in Australia is limited.

• Fast-growing Chinese cabbage producing elongated, tightly packed heads.
• Tender, sweet leaves with crisp texture, ideal for stir-fries, salads, and pickling.
• Excellent for quick harvests, succession planting, and high-turnover crops.
• Can be harvested early as baby leaf or grown to full-sized heads.
• Well suited to Australian growing conditions, particularly in cooler seasons.
• Popular with home gardeners and market growers seeking reliable yields.

Plant Details

• Plant Type: Annual leafy vegetable
• Plant Height: 30–45 cm

Sowing Information

• Germination: 5–10 days (optimal soil temperature 10–30°C)
• Depth: 0.5–1 cm deep
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Sow Where: Direct or transplant from trays
• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost
• Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants, rows 45–60 cm apart

Growing Tips

• Best grown in cooler weather for firm, well-developed heads.
• Maintain consistent moisture to prevent bolting and bitterness.
• In warm regions (e.g. SEQ), grow during autumn and winter.
• Use mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Harvest

50–75 days for full heads, or earlier for baby leaf harvest.

When to Sow Chinese Cabbage in Australia