{"product_id":"chinese-cabbage-michihili","title":"Chinese cabbage - Michihili","description":"\u003cp\u003e100 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichihili is a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eChinese cabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e variety that produces \u003cstrong\u003elong, cylindrical heads\u003c\/strong\u003e with crisp white stems and tender light-green leaves. It is widely used in \u003cstrong\u003esalads, stir-fries, soups, kimchi, and pickling\u003c\/strong\u003e. This cool-season vegetable grows quickly and performs exceptionally well in the Gulf during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBest Planting Time\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOctober to January\u003c\/strong\u003e (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be sown in \u003cstrong\u003elate September\u003c\/strong\u003e in cooler Gulf regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during spring and summer, as high temperatures can cause premature bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo soaking is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow fresh, high-quality seeds directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cold stratification is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fertile, loose, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% Garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% Coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% Perlite or coarse sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow directly in the garden or in seed trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e15–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal growing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e15–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn warmer Gulf areas, provide light afternoon shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when the top \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil begins to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid irregular watering, which may cause splitting or poor head formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4–8 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30–40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45–60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest approximately \u003cstrong\u003e65–85 days\u003c\/strong\u003e after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeads are ready when they are firm, compact, and fully developed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut at the base with a sharp knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung leaves can also be harvested earlier for salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix compost into the soil before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer every \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease potassium slightly during head formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen late in the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow only during the cool season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch around plants to keep the soil cool and conserve moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater early in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest promptly once heads become firm to maintain the best quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor for aphids, cabbage worms, flea beetles, whiteflies, slugs, and downy mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichihili Chinese Cabbage grows well in \u003cstrong\u003eraised beds, vegetable gardens, large containers, and hydroponic systems\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the Gulf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tohum Dünyasi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48279603314906,"sku":null,"price":1.25,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/Chinesecabbage-Michihili.jpg?v=1785323202","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/chinese-cabbage-michihili","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}