How to Grow Green Giant
Brassica rapa var. perviridis
Your complete guide to growing Green Giant.
📷 Wikipedia: Brassica rapaWhen to Plant Green Giant
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| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | June – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | June – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | May – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | May – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | April – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | April – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | March – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | February – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | February – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | January – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | January – December |
Companion Plants for Green Giant
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids and whiteflies, may improve flavor
Deep roots don't compete with shallow lettuce roots, maximizes space
Deters aphids and other soft-bodied pests that damage lettuce
Natural pest deterrent against aphids, slugs, and other lettuce pests
Repels nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, draws pests away from lettuce
Quick-growing crop helps break up soil and can be harvested before lettuce needs space
Similar growing requirements and harvest timing, efficient use of garden space
✗ Keep away from
Large leaves create too much shade and compete heavily for nutrients
Releases allelopathic compounds that inhibit lettuce growth and germination
Allelopathic effects inhibit lettuce growth and massive size creates excessive shade
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
