Published Mar 07, 2024
Chinese broccoli farming means growing gai lan, a leafy green veggie popular in Asian dishes. It involves soil prep, planting, watering, pest control, and harvesting.
Land preparation in Chinese broccoli farming involves soil testing, plowing, and levelling to create optimal conditions, ensuring healthy plant growth.
Chinese broccoli loves cool climates (60-75°F) and tolerates light frost. It needs full sun, rich, well-drained soil (pH 6.0-7.0), enriched with organic matter, and regular balanced fertiliser.
Chinese broccoli grows rapidly, so the only propagation method is through seeds, which have a high germination rate, making it easy to grow.
Chinese broccoli needs a moderate dose of fertiliser for a healthy yield. Apply balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10 during planting and when plants are 6 inches tall.
Harvest Chinese Broccoli when 12-18 inches tall, typically 60-70 days post-planting. Cut the whole plant at the base or snap off stems and leaves as required.