🥬 Gai Lan, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Gai Lan in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Chinese broccoli, thick edible stems, leaves and florets all eaten together. Faster than regular broccoli. Net against cabbage moth.
Growing Requirements
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
Recommended Varieties for SEQ
Kailaan (White Flower)
Traditional Chinese variety, thick sweet stems, white flowers, all parts edible young. The stir-fry classic.
Green Lance F1
Modern hybrid, fast, uniform, long harvest window. Compact for smaller beds.
Kitchen Uses
- Blanched and served with oyster sauce
- Stir-fried with ginger and garlic
- Added to congee and noodle soups
- Steamed as a side dish
Health Benefits
- Good source of vitamins A, C and K
- Contains calcium and iron
- Low calorie Asian green vegetable
- Provides minerals and antioxidants
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Cabbage moth
- Aphids
Common Diseases
- Clubroot
- Black rot
Storage
Fridge in a damp cloth, up to 4 days
Value
Saves ~$2-4/week, Chinese broccoli is expensive and rare in supermarkets
Track Gai Lan in Your Garden
Drag Gai Lan into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Gai Lan to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Gai Lan in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Gai Lan can be sown in March, April, May, June, July, August, September. Chinese broccoli, thick edible stems, leaves and florets all eaten together. Faster than regular broccoli. Net against cabbage moth.
What are good companion plants for Gai Lan?
Good companions for Gai Lan in SEQ include Beetroot, Onion, Dill. Avoid planting near Tomato, Strawberry.
What are the best Gai Lan varieties for Queensland?
Top varieties for SEQ include Kailaan (White Flower), Green Lance F1.