Michihili, Heirloom Chinese Cabbage Seeds

Michihili, Heirloom Chinese Cabbage Seeds — The 1948 North American Classic With Tall Upright Heads and Sweet, Peppery Flavor

Michihili (Brassica rapa Pekinensis group) is a classic Chinese cabbage introduced in 1948 and developed to perform well in North American climates. Large, upright, well-blanched heads — 4 inches wide by 18 inches tall — wrapped with dark green leaves and a sweet, mild, subtly peppery flavor. Ideal for stir-fries, pickling, and Asian dishes. Heads are hardy across climate zones 1–9 and can be kept for up to three months after harvesting. Also excellent for microgreens. 70–80 days. 200+ seeds per packet.

Why Grow Michihili?

• 1948 North American classic — developed specifically for North American performance
• Tall upright heads — 4 x 18 inches, well-blanched with dark green wrapper leaves
• Sweet, mild, subtly peppery flavor — excellent for stir-fries, pickling, and Asian dishes
• Keeps up to 3 months after harvest — excellent storage quality
• Excellent for microgreens — fast and productive
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Sow in early July for fall harvest. Direct sow or start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Keep soil consistently moist. Warmer areas may experience earlier harvest and looser leaf formation. Harvest at 70–80 days when heads are firm. Stores well — keeps up to 3 months.

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