Here are some tips for caring for Jiu Bai Cai, also known as Bok Choy or Xiao Bai Cai:
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Sunlight
Jiu Bai Cai grows best in 4–5 hours of direct sunlight or more than 6 hours of indirect sunlight. -
Soil
Jiu Bai Cai grows best in well-draining, fertile soil with lots of organic matter. -
Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially during hot and dry periods. -
Temperature
Keep plants cool with mulch. -
Fertilizer
Feed plants with an organic fertilizer every 1–2 weeks to promote leaf growth. -
Pests
Protect plants from pests like snails, grasshoppers, and leaf miners with netting. -
Harvesting
Harvest the plant about a month after germination or before it flowers. You can uproot the whole plant or selectively remove leaves. -
Storage
Store Jiu Bai Cai in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh. -
Washing
Separate the leaves and stalks before washing so you can wash them thoroughly.