65-70 Days to maturity. Brassica rapa var pekinensis ‘Hwi Mo Ri’. Hwi Mo Ri Hybrid Chinese Cabbage Seeds. Annual Hybrid. Hwi Mo Ri is an ideal cultivar to use for South Korean Kimchi (Baechu) recipes. It offers a classic mild Chinese Cabbage taste that takes on the flavors of whatever you cook it with. This makes it the best choice for kimchi as the cabbage soaked up the seasonings and spices you choose to use. The Hwi Mo Ri is best known for its traits of being slow to bolt and tolerant of cool temperatures. ~ 1,120 seeds per oz.


Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Hwi Mo Ri - Hybrid
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Other Common Names: Chinese Cabbage, Napa, Wong bok, Da bai cai, jie qiu bai cai, Bok choy, wong nga pak, wong bak, Hakusai
How to Grow Hwi Mo Ri Chinese Cabbage
Sow in spring while the soil is still cool. Plant again in late summer for harvesting in the fall. If the plants experience late spring frosts or more than a week of nights below 50°F, they are likely to bolt (produce a flowering stalk and stop growing) once warm weather returns.
Because Chinese Cabbages are heavy feeders, apply a balanced fertilizer and maintain nutrient-rich soil. Oats can be used as a companion plant to prevent clubroot and other soil-borne diseases, increase growth, and attract beneficial insects.
Harvesting Chinese Cabbage
Harvest when the heads reach the size you want. In the fall, cut heads high, leaving the plant's base intact. Small heads will often regrow from the stub. During the fall season Chinese Cabbages can tolerate a light frost, but be sure to harvest all cabbage heads before a hard freeze (28F).
Culinary Tips
Napa cabbage can be eaten raw in salads. It has high water content and takes on a sweet and juicy flavor when cooked, picking up other flavors from the food it's cooked with. Since it softens as well, it's frequently used with meats in stir-fries and soups during the last stages of cooking. Preserve by drying or pickling.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"If you live in a region that has warmer summers, try planting Chinese Cabbage in a partial shade area or use floating row covers to prevent bolting. Rotate plants of the cabbage family with other vegetables to reduce pest issues."
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- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Managing Editor |
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Seeds Per Package
- 1 g packet - Approximately 40 Seeds‬
- 1 oz - Approximately 1,120 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 4,480 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 17,920 Seeds
Basic Info
Latin Name: | Brassica rapa var pekinensis ‘Hwi Mo Ri’ |
Hwi Mo Ri Color: | Bright green leaves with bright white petioles |
Hwi Mo Ri Flavor: | Mild and cabbage-like |
Growing Info
Days to Maturity: | 65-70 Days to maturity. |
Days to Germination: | 6-10 Days |
Seeding Depth: | 1/2 inches |
Row Spacing: | Thin to 12-24 inches |
Growth Habit: | Napa Broadleaf, compact head |
Soil Preference: | Well-draining, Rich, Slightly Alkaline soil that is 50-60°F. |
Temperature Preference: | 60–70°F (16–21°C) |
Light Preference: | Full sun |
Other Info
Pests and Disease: | Common pests and diseases for Chinese Cabbages include flea beetles, cabbageworm, cutworms, cabbage root flies, aphids, clubroot, and other fungi. Keep good garden hygiene to limit issues with these pests and diseases. |
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