{"product_id":"pak-choi-white-stemmed","title":"Pak Choi","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"600\" data-start=\"203\"\u003ePak Choi White Stemmed (Brassica rapa var. chinensis) is a fast-growing, cool-season leafy vegetable prized for its crisp white stems and tender, dark green leaves. Popular in Asian cuisine, it is a versatile vegetable ideal for stir-fries, soups, steaming, or raw in salads. Its mild, slightly mustardy flavour and juicy texture make it a culinary favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1045\" data-start=\"602\"\u003eIn South African gardens, Pak Choi thrives during the cooler months of autumn and early spring, especially in areas like Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5. This variety matures quickly, often ready for harvest in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e30-50 days, making it ideal for succession planting and small-space vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"1047\"\u003eHighly\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003enutritious and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1089\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003eeasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e, Pak Choi White Stemmed is a perfect choice for gardeners looking to add a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1165\"\u003elow-maintenance, high-yielding \u003c\/strong\u003eleafy green to their seasonal rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for heart-healthy diets\u003c\/strong\u003e due to low fat, high micronutrient content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnti-inflammatory and supports liver detoxification.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSupports \u003cstrong data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003ehealthy digestion\u003c\/strong\u003e and regular bowel movement.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompact and Versatile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrows well in containers, raised beds, and tight spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuitable for urban gardens and balcony growing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHarvestable at multiple stages – baby leaves or full maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Low in calories, high in fibre – supports weight control and digestive health.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003evitamin C, vitamin K, and beta-carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports immunity, bone strength, and vision.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvides \u003cstrong data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003ecalcium, magnesium, and potassium\u003c\/strong\u003e – essential for heart and muscle health.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains \u003cstrong data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003eantioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e and glucosinolates – linked to cancer-prevention and detoxification.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePak Choi White Stemmed flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAutumn to Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\u003cspan\u003e-24°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5-10 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6-10 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20x30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30-50 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20-30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLate spring if left to bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade (4–6 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers a well drained \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/category\/soil\/substrate\" title=\"Substrate\"\u003esubstrate\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca title=\"Amendments\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Amendment\"\u003eamendments\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Craft%20Soil\" title=\"Craft Soil\"\u003epre-made soil\u003c\/a\u003e containing all the necessary base additives. Ideal pH 6.0–7.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist; mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdd \u003ca title=\"Mushroom Compost\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e at planting, feed with \u003ca title=\"Seaweed Extract\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/kelpak\"\u003eliquid seaweed\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\"\u003eorganic fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e every 2–3 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers cooler regions of South Africa (coastal, Highveld); avoid very hot or dry periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWatch for aphids, flea beetles, cabbage moth larvae – use row covers or companion planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms best in moderate humidity (50–70%); ensure good airflow to prevent mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuitable for raised beds, in-ground beds, or 20–30 cm deep containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003ebeing planted alongside \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Carrot Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Carrots\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeets\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Onion Texas Grano\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Chamomile\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/chamomile\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echamomile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/celery-tall-utah\" title=\"Tall Utah Celery\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecelery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/nasturtium\" title=\"Nasturtium\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enasturtiums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: Pair with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" title=\"Basil Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Basil\"\u003ebasil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" title=\"French Marigold\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/french-marigold\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" title=\"Clover Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Clover\"\u003eclover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e for pest control and soil health.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: Follow with \u003ca title=\"Peas Greenfeast\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\"\u003epeas\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Clover Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Clover\"\u003eclover\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid same family (nightshades or brassicas) in the same bed for 3 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: Plant after nitrogen fixers to restore nutrients. Namely \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/red-clover\" title=\"Red Clover\"\u003ered clover\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/white-clover\" title=\"White Clover\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/lucerne-aurora\" title=\"Lucerne Aurora\"\u003elucerne\u003c\/a\u003e (alfalfa), \u003ca title=\"Peas Greenfeast\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\"\u003epeas greenfeast\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with strawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and other brassicas like \u003cstrong\u003ebroccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ecauliflower \u003c\/strong\u003eto prevent nutrient competition and shared pest issues.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.1g (30 Seeds)","offer_id":46997737177331,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.4g (120 Seeds)","offer_id":46997737210099,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/PakChoiWhiteStemmedSingle.png?v=1749195612","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/pak-choi-white-stemmed","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}