Chinese Cabbage Seeds Summer A native of ancient China

A native of ancient China and Japan

is a vegetable belonging to the Nightshade family of plants that also includes tomatoes

The club-shaped heavy bottom light green and white zucchini fruits grow up to 5-6 inches

Though the outer leaves may have a slightly bitter taste

Chinese Cabbage Seeds Summer A native of ancient ChinaIf you choose to plant in the spring, either direct sow or start seed indoors about 4 6 weeks before your last frost date. Plant seed 1 4 1 2 inch deep, spaced 15 to 20 inches apart. Thin and eat the plants when they are a couple of inches tall. The crops need regular water as the drought will cause bolting. Cut whole heads at soil level when they are compact and firm. Complete the harvest before the arrival of freezing weather.