🥬 Bok Choy, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Bok Choy in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Quick autumn crop. Harvest whole or pick outer leaves.
Growing Requirements
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
Recommended Varieties for SEQ
Shanghai Green
The standard Asian grocery bok choy. Pale green stems, fast to harvest. SEQ autumn staple.
Baby Bok Choy
Compact miniature heads, ready in 30 days. Perfect for containers and stir-fries.
Kitchen Uses
- Stir-fried whole with oyster sauce
- Halved and grilled or steamed
- Added to ramen and Asian soups
- Braised with ginger and soy
Health Benefits
- Good source of vitamin C and folate
- Contains calcium for bone strength
- Low in calories, high in nutrients
- Supports immune function
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Cabbage moth
Common Diseases
- Clubroot
- Black rot
Storage
Fridge in a sealed bag, up to 4 days
Value
Saves ~$2-4/week vs supermarket packs
Track Bok Choy in Your Garden
Drag Bok Choy into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Bok Choy to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Bok Choy in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Bok Choy can be sown in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September. Quick autumn crop. Harvest whole or pick outer leaves.
What are good companion plants for Bok Choy?
Good companions for Bok Choy in SEQ include Beetroot, Celery. Avoid planting near Tomato.
What are the best Bok Choy varieties for Queensland?
Top varieties for SEQ include Shanghai Green, Baby Bok Choy.