Blues Chinese Cabbage F1 Seeds

Blues F1 Chinese Cabbage is a premium Napa-type hybrid prized for its beautiful barrel-shaped heads, crisp texture, and exceptional eating quality. This vigorous variety produces dense, well-filled heads with broad pale-green leaves, bright white ribs, and an attractive, uniform appearance that is equally suited for home gardens and fresh-market production. With excellent disease resistance, dependable yields, and outstanding flavor, Blues F1 is an excellent choice for fresh salads, stir-fries, kimchi, soups, and numerous Asian-inspired dishes.

Flavor Profile

Blues F1 has a mild, sweet flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and tender white ribs. Unlike traditional round cabbage, Chinese cabbage has a more delicate texture and subtle sweetness that shines in fresh salads while remaining firm during cooking. The leaves absorb seasonings beautifully, making them ideal for stir-fries and fermented dishes.

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis
• Plant Type: Cool-season annual
• Head Shape: Barrel-shaped
• Head Color: Pale Green with White Ribs
• Average Head Weight: 3–5 pounds
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Rich, fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.2
• Days to Harvest: Approximately 65–75 days

Direct sow or transplant into fertile soil during cool weather. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season to encourage rapid growth and tightly packed heads. Chinese cabbage performs best in spring and especially fall gardens, where cool temperatures produce the sweetest flavor and highest quality heads.

Harvest & Storage

Harvest when heads become firm, solid, and fully developed. Cut the entire head at soil level using a sharp knife. Store under refrigeration for up to several weeks, or use immediately for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, and homemade kimchi. The crisp texture also makes it excellent for short-term cold storage.

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