Extra Dwarf Pok Choy - Help

[John3]

I grew this a few years back and like them. They grow to about 2 to 3 inches ( least wise that's about the size I picked them). The only place I have been able to find them is Baker Creek Seeds.
First question- does anyone know where else to buy them? and are they known by another name or names?
Second question- does anyone know if seeds can be saved from them (I eat mine up and didn't try to let any of them bolt -that is if the bolt) and how do you save the seeds?
TIA

[casserole]

Google is our friend
http://www.kitazawaseed.com/seed_274-78.html
http://www.tainongseeds.com/BokChoy.html hybrids will not breed true

[John3]

Originally Posted by casserole

Google is our friend
http://www.kitazawaseed.com/seed_274-78.html
http://www.tainongseeds.com/BokChoy.html hybrids will not breed true

Thanks for taking the time to help.


I was just getting ready to post back that google was turning up some information. For about two months the only ref to seeds was BC - google sometimes appears to have a mind of it's own sometimes. Tonight after posting I desided to try again and came up :

Extra Dwarf Pok Choy

Kitazawa Seed Company
http://www.kitazawaseed.com/seed_274-78.html
Cool season annual
Approx. 2600-2800 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
Maturity: Approx. 30 days
Planting season: Late spring to early summer or fall
Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Pak choi will bolt if temperatures are too hot or cold. Exposure to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50°F may result in bolting. Mulch fall crops to avoid premature bolting. Optimal growth temperature is in the 60s°F. Harvest around 2-3" tall.
Culinary tips: Use whole steamed, in stir-fries, boil, braise or add to soup.

Found a listing at Tainong Seeds, Inc.
http://www.tainongseeds.com/BokChoy.html

MOONLIGHT MICRO-FARM
http://www.moonlightmicrofarm.com/Ex.../pakexd-hs.htm

Azure Dandelion Herb N Art Store
http://www.azuredandelion.com/heirlo...-seed-392.html

Sweet Corn Organic Nursey
http://sweetcornorganicnursery.com/s...ollinated.html

[John3]

Any tips for saving seeds- haven't tried too yet from pok choy.

[livinonfaith]

I don't know about Pok choy exactly, but if it's like some of its cousins, you just wait for it to bolt and then let it flower.

Once the bees do their thing, some seed pods should develop. Allow them to dry out for a while. (but not too long because you don't want them to fall off, pop open, or for critters to get them all)

Once they are pretty dry, pull off the pods and spread them out in a dry place to make sure they don't have any moisture left that might cause them to rot or mold. Then either store them whole or break them open to harvest the seeds. Keep the seeds in a cool dry place until you need them.

Easy!

[John3]

Originally Posted by livinonfaith

I don't know about Pok choy exactly, but if it's like some of its cousins, you just wait for it to bolt and then let it flower.

Once the bees do their thing, some seed pods should develop. Allow them to dry out for a while. (but not too long because you don't want them to fall off, pop open, or for critters to get them all)

Once they are pretty dry, pull off the pods and spread them out in a dry place to make sure they don't have any moisture left that might cause them to rot or mold. Then either store them whole or break them open to harvest the seeds. Keep the seeds in a cool dry place until you need them.

Easy!

Thanks livinonfaith for the information.

[janezee]

I love Kitazawa! Did you see the seed count, John? You'd be set for a while with 2,700 seeds, no?

j

[Cornflower]

I am another happy Kitazawa customer. My only real complaint is they have too many things I want to grow.