Discover the rewarding experience of cultivating your own Granat Chinese Cabbage, a variety known for its distinctive long, slim, and closed heads. This organic seed pack contains 40 seeds of *Brassica Rapa*, offering a delicious and versatile addition to your garden or kitchen. Originally cultivated in China since the 5th century, and later spread to Europe, the Granat cabbage is a biennial plant, typically grown annually in Europe. It's a favorite in Asian cuisine, prized for its mild, aromatic flavor and ability to pair well with fruits and vegetables like apples, oranges, tomatoes, and cucumbers. You can enjoy it raw in salads or cooked in a wok for a flavorful dish.
This seed pack provides comprehensive guidance for successful cultivation. You can start growing from January to March in a wind-sheltered cold frame, or on your windowsill. The included cultivation instructions detail the optimal soil type (Granat Soil), planting depth (1 cm), and temperature (15-20°C) for germination. The plant thrives in a sunny location with well-grounded, nutritious soil, requiring regular watering and feeding – especially during hot days – to ensure a bountiful harvest. A well-maintained garden, with occasional weeding and soil loosening, will significantly improve the flavor and yield.
To maximize your harvest, you can continue feeding your Granat cabbage with organic vegetable fertilizer until two to three weeks before harvesting. The plant’s high nutrient demand will ensure robust growth. With proper care, you'll be rewarded with a delicious and impressive cabbage, perfect for enjoying fresh in salads or cooked in a variety of culinary creations. This organic seed pack is a great starting point for anyone looking to grow their own vegetables.