Seed Savers Organic Chinese Celery Cabbage

(Brassica rapa) “Very tasty, robust, and resilient” is how Seed Savers Exchange staff describes this loose-heading Chinese cabbage. Its large, vibrant green leaves grow upright and arching, forming long, cylindrical heads with a very crunchy, juicy texture and a peppery flavor. Plants reach 26" tall and up to 3' wide. Leaves become much sweeter after a frost. 75-80 days until heading. Organic From the Collection 2021 Substantial texture This variety works for: Steaming Boiling Baking Soup Greens are traditionally associated with slow cooking. Combine chopped leaves with ham hocks or thick slices of bacon and garlic. After about 90 minutes of simmering, a broth known as pot liquor will form and can be used in other dishes or to top your servings. Instructions - Sow seed indoors 1/4" deep 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Plant out just before the last frost. Take care not to disrupt the shallow root system while transplanting and weeding. Make sure cabbage has a regular supply of wat