How to Grow Mei Qing Choi
Brassica rapa var. chinensis
Your complete guide to growing Mei Qing Choi.
📷 Wikipedia: Brassica rapaWhen to Plant Mei Qing Choi
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | July – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | July – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | June – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | June – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | May – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | April – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | March – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | March – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | February – December |
Companion Plants for Mei Qing Choi
✓ Good companions
Deep roots don't compete with shallow lettuce roots, efficient space utilization
Repel aphids and other pests that commonly attack lettuce
Attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs and parasitic wasps that control aphids
Natural pest deterrent against slugs, aphids, and cabbage worms
Repel nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Act as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, drawing pests away from lettuce
Attracts beneficial insects and has similar water and nutrient needs
Break up soil for lettuce roots and mature quickly, maximizing space usage
Similar growing requirements and can be succession planted together
✗ Keep away from
Competes for nutrients and space, both are heavy nitrogen feeders
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, similar root depth
Allelopathic effects inhibit lettuce germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
