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Mei Qing Choi

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Mei Qing Choi

Lettuce

Brassica rapa var. chinensis

  • Shade
  • Zones 5–9
  • 45 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 6" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Flat, pale, misty-green stems form a thick, heavy base with broad, oval, rich green leaves. The compact vase-shaped plant at full size is about 8-10" tall, but also well-formed at mini size when young. Good bolt, heat, and cold tolerance.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date

  • Growing

    Sun: shade. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, flea beetles. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, lettuce mosaic virus, damping off.