Pac Choi Shanghai brings glossy green leaves, tender green stems and a mild, fresh flavor to your cool-season vegetable garden. This heirloom leafy vegetable is a versatile choice for gardeners who enjoy harvesting at more than one stage: pick young leaves for tender baby greens or allow plants to develop into full heads with crisp, juicy stems. Each packet contains 500 Non-GMO, heirloom seeds for planting.

Picture bringing a freshly harvested head into the kitchen, rinsing the leaves and adding the chopped stems to a sizzling pan with garlic and ginger. The stems lend a satisfying crunch while the leaves soften quickly, making Shanghai Pac Choi an easy addition to simple weeknight meals. Enjoy it in stir-fries, brothy soups, steamed side dishes or a fresh mix of tender baby greens.

Germination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 1/26. TLM.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%

Why Choose Pac Choi Shanghai?

• Two harvest options: Pick tender baby leaves for smaller servings or let plants mature into full heads for meals that call for both leafy greens and crisp stems.
• Distinctive green stems: The tender green petioles complement the glossy foliage and offer a pleasant contrast in texture when cooked with the leaves.
• Mild flavor: Shanghai Pac Choi pairs well with garlic, ginger, sesame oil and savory broths without overwhelming the rest of the dish.
• Cool-season growing: Plan spring or fall plantings around your local weather to make the most of conditions suited to leafy greens.
• Heirloom, open-pollinated variety: A choice for gardeners interested in traditional varieties and saving seed, with appropriate isolation to maintain varietal traits.
• Flexible kitchen use: One harvest can supply tender leaves for soups and salads as well as stems for quick stir-fries or steaming.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose your season: Sow during cool weather, adjusting planting dates to your local climate. Warm weather and stress can encourage bolting, so avoid relying on midsummer conditions for tender heads.
• Sunlight: Choose full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade can be helpful during warmer weather, but plants still need adequate light for healthy growth.
• Prepare the soil: Use fertile, well-drained soil amended with compost. Prepare a fine seedbed so the small seeds have good contact with the soil.
• Sowing: Plant about ¼ inch deep and water gently to avoid washing seeds out of place. Keep the seedbed evenly moist while seedlings emerge.
• Transplanting: If starting indoors, gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions before planting out. Handle roots gently and water after transplanting.
• Spacing: Thin plants to about 6–8 inches apart for full heads. Grow more closely for baby leaves, while allowing enough airflow to keep foliage from becoming crowded.
• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture without leaving the soil waterlogged. Check frequently during dry or windy weather, especially while plants establish.
• Fertilizing: Incorporate compost before planting and feed as needed with a balanced fertilizer according to its label. Adjust feeding to soil fertility rather than applying extra fertilizer automatically.
• Support and maintenance: Staking is not normally needed. Remove competing weeds carefully and leave room around plants for watering, inspection and harvesting.
• Succession planting: Sow smaller batches at intervals while suitable cool weather continues, rather than planting the entire packet at once.
• Harvesting: Pick baby leaves while tender or cut full heads at the base when they reach the size you prefer. Harvest before flower stalks develop for the best eating quality.
• After harvest: Keep harvested greens cool and refrigerate promptly. Wash thoroughly between the stems before preparing, since soil can collect near the base.

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Cooking Methods

• Stir-fried: Separate thick stems from leaves. Cook the chopped stems first, then add the leaves near the end so both finish tender without overcooking.
• Steamed: Steam small heads or separated leaves until tender-crisp. Finish with a light drizzle of sesame oil or your favorite savory sauce.
• Added to soups: Slice stems and add them shortly before the leaves. Stir the greens into noodle soup or broth near the end of cooking to preserve their texture.
• Fresh baby greens: Use tender, thoroughly washed young leaves in mixed salads for a mild leafy addition.
• Simple skillet side: Sauté with garlic and a splash of water, then season to taste. Serve alongside rice, noodles or your preferred protein.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested pac choi, not planting seeds. Approximate values per 1 cup (70 g) raw shredded pac choi:

• Calories: 9
• Total Fat: 0.1 g (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 46 mg (2% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 1.5 g (1% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 0.7 g (3% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 0.8 g
• Protein: 1 g
• Vitamin A: 156 mcg (17% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 31 mg (34% Daily Value)
• Vitamin K: 57 mcg (48% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 74 mg (6% Daily Value)
• Folate: 46 mcg (12% Daily Value)

Percent Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutritional values are estimates for harvested greens and vary with growing conditions and preparation.

Recipe: Ginger-Garlic Shanghai Pac Choi

Use harvested Shanghai Pac Choi grown from these seeds, not the seeds in the packet. This quick skillet recipe highlights the contrast between tender leaves and crisp stems. Serves 2–3. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 6–8 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound harvested Shanghai Pac Choi, about 3–4 small heads
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• Optional: 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for serving

Directions

1. Wash the harvested pac choi thoroughly, especially between the stems. Trim the bases and separate the leaves. Slice thick stems and roughly chop leaves; keep them in separate piles.
2. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced stems and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring, until they begin to soften.
3. Add garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds. Add leaves, soy sauce and water. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the leaves wilt and stems are tender-crisp.
4. Remove from heat and drizzle with toasted sesame oil. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if using and serve hot.

Serving suggestion: Spoon over warm rice or serve beside noodles for an easy garden-to-table side dish. Add a pinch of chili flakes if you prefer some heat.

Leftovers: Refrigerate promptly in a covered container and eat within 3–4 days.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant size, harvest timing and performance vary with weather, soil and care. Warm weather and stress can cause bolting. Germination testing reflects laboratory conditions and does not guarantee identical results in the garden.
• Seed Storage: Keep unused seeds cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Close the packet securely between plantings.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a cool-season annual and adjust sowing dates to your local climate. Local frost dates and seasonal temperatures are more useful for scheduling than a zone number alone.
• Planting seeds: This packet contains seeds intended for planting. The cooking suggestions and nutritional information refer to the harvested vegetable, not the seeds in the packet.

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