Black Bok Choy Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Black bok choy seeds produce fast-growing leafy annual plants with a compact, upright growth habit and dark-toned foliage. These plants form dense clusters of smooth leaves with thick stems and are well suited to cool to mild climates. They are commonly grown in garden beds, raised beds, and containers for seasonal harvest. Bok choy performs best in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture and partial to full sunlight. Seed-grown plants establish quickly and develop uniform leafy growth during the growing season.

Features

• Fast-growing leafy annual with compact upright growth
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Adapted to cool and mild climates
• Produces dense foliage with darker leaf coloration
• Requires consistent moisture for steady growth
• Suitable for small spaces and successive planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
• Common Name (US): Bok Choy
• Seed Type / Variety: Black Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright leafy plant
• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Early spring and fall
• Growing Season: Spring and fall
• Sowing Season: February to April and August to October
• Sowing Season (Months): February, March, April, August, September, October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 4–8 days; prefers cool to moderate temperatures with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture required
• Mature Plant Size: 20–45 cm height; 15–30 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 15–25 cm apart