Heirloom Gai Lan Seeds Chinese Broccoli Upright Thick Tender Stalks

We promise to provide you with high-quality, fresh and viable flower seeds. Traditional Chinese Kale – Crisp, Sweet Stalks with Small Florets, Perfect with Oyster Sauce! Bullet Points: Thick, Sweet & Juicy Stalks: The defining feature of Gai Lan is its fleshy, tender stalks. They are naturally sweet and incredibly crisp, offering a wonderful bite in stir-fries. Authentic Asian Culinary Gem: A staple of Cantonese cuisine! Classic dishes include "Gai Lan with Oyster Sauce" and quick garlic stir-fries. It's a gourmet vegetable that shines in the kitchen. Continuous Harvest (Cut & Come Again): Harvest the main central stalk, and the plant will quickly push out multiple new side shoots (lateral stems), giving you 3 to 4 harvests from a single planting! Fast-Growing & Cold-Hardy: Thrives in the cool temperatures of spring and fall. It tolerates light frosts exceptionally well, extending your gardening season. Nutrient-Dense Superfood: Packed with vitamins A, C, K, calcium, and iron. A delicious and healthy way to incorporate leafy greens into your family's diet. Versatile for Various Gardens: Its upright growth habit makes it perfect for dense garden rows, raised vegetable beds, and even large containers on a sunny patio. Product Details: Genus: Brassica Species: Brassica oleracea (Alboglabra Group) Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 4 – 11 (Hardy to frost, survives down to 25°F). Days to Maturity: 50 - 60 days (For main central stalks). Days to Germination: 5 to 8 days (Optimal soil temp: 60°F - 75°F). Seeding Depth: ¼ to ½ inch (0.6 - 1.2 cm). Row Spacing: 12 - 18 inches (30 - 45 cm). Plant Height: 16 – 24 inches (40 - 60 cm) upright before harvest. Growth Habit: Upright, leafy stalk. Features thick, succulent pale-green stems, broad leaves, and small, tight green flower buds at the apex. Produces continuous side shoots after the main central harvest. Soil Preference: Loose, fertile, well-draining loam rich in organic matter. pH 6.0 – 7.5. Temperature Preference: Cool weather. Best performance at 55°F - 70°F (12°C - 21°C). Will bolt quickly in temperatures over 80°F. Light Preference: Full Sun (minimum 6 hours) to Partial Shade. How to Plant & Grow: Site Preparation: Gai Lan thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prepare a garden bed with deep, loose, and fertile soil. Work 3 inches of aged compost into the top 6-8 inches of soil to ensure rapid growth and thick stems. Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring (4-6 weeks before the last frost) or in late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds ¼ to ½ inch (0.6 - 1.2 cm) deep and cover lightly with fine soil. Keep the bed consistently moist until germination (5-8 days). For Large Central Heads: Space seedlings 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm) apart in rows spaced 12 to 18 inches (30-45 cm) apart. For Continuous Side-Shoot Harvest : Space plants 5 inches (12 cm) apart in rows spaced 12 inches (30 cm) apart. Square Foot Gardening: Plant 4 plants per 1-square-foot area for dense, multiple shoot harvests. Watering: Consistent moisture is essential for keeping the stalks tender. Provide about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week. Dry soil will cause the stems to become woody and fibrous. Harvesting: Main Stem: When the central stalk reaches 8-10 inches tall and the flower buds are tight and green (before they open into white flowers), use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the main stem about 2 inches (5 cm) above the soil line. Side Shoots: Leave the lower leaves intact. The plant will rapidly produce new shoots from the side nodes. Keep cutting these smaller shoots as they appear for a continuous supply! Gardener's Tip: Gai Lan is a cool-weather champion. In hot summer weather (above 80°F), it will quickly bolt (open flowers and become slightly bitter). For the sweetest harvest, plant it in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Planting Calendar: Early Spring Crop: Direct Sow: March to Early April (as soon as soil reaches 45°F+). Harvest: May to June. Fall Crop (Highly Recommended for best sweetness): Direct Sow: Mid-August to Mid-September Harvest: October to November. Mild Winter Zones (USDA 9-11): Direct Sow: Can be sown from October to December for winter harvests. (Tolerates light frost down to 28°F). SPECIAL OFFERS: Buy More, Get More FREE Buy 4, Get 1 Free: Add 5 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 1 item – no coupon code needed! Buy 7, Get 2 Free: Add 9 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 2 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 12, Get 3 Free: Add 15 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 3 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 19, Get 4 Free: Add 23 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 4 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 23, Get 5 Free: Add 28 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 5 items – no coupon code needed!