Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis Satimex 30+ fresh seeds. Garnet Satimex seeds

🌱 Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis — Garnet Satimex

Seeds of Garnet Satimex Peking cabbage, a valuable variety with stable yield and resistance to adverse growing conditions. Recommended precursors include legumes, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.

🌿 Botanical Description

Garnet Satimex Peking cabbage is a biennial plant with a cylindrical fruit shape, weighing 1500-2000 grams. It has a maturation period of 70-80 days.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: end of May, pre-treatment: not required.
• Germination temperature: 10-20°C, time: 7-10 days.
• Soil type: well-drained, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: good.
• Watering and fertilization: regular watering, 2 top-ups 10 days apart.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Garnet Satimex Peking cabbage is native to China, growing in temperate climates, at altitudes of 500-1000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Garnet Satimex Peking cabbage has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is also a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine, used in salads and stir-fries. The plant is a good companion crop, repelling pests and improving soil health.

🪴 Care Instructions

Further care of plants consists in watering, hilling, weeding, and loosening. For prevention against aphids, snails, and slugs, it is recommended to dust the plants and soil with wood ash at the rate of 1 Cup per 1 sq. m.