🥬 Wombok, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Wombok in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Chinese / Napa cabbage, tight pale barrel-shaped heads. Essential for kimchi, stir-fries and fresh slaws. Bolt-prone in warmth, sow March-July only.
Growing Requirements
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
Kitchen Uses
- Shredded for Korean kimchi
- Stir-fried in Asian dishes
- Added to dumplings and gyoza
- Used raw in slaws
Health Benefits
- Contains glucosinolates with anti-cancer properties
- Good source of vitamin C and K
- Low calorie, high in fibre
- Supports digestive health
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Cabbage moth
- Slugs
Common Diseases
- Clubroot
- Black rot
- Downy mildew
Storage
Fridge in a bag, up to 2 weeks. Excellent for fermenting into kimchi
Value
Saves ~$3-6/head vs supermarket, one head lasts a family weeks
Track Wombok in Your Garden
Drag Wombok into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Wombok to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Wombok in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Wombok can be sown in February, March, April, May, June, July. Chinese / Napa cabbage, tight pale barrel-shaped heads. Essential for kimchi, stir-fries and fresh slaws. Bolt-prone in warmth, sow March-July only.
What are good companion plants for Wombok?
Good companions for Wombok in SEQ include Onion, Dill, Beetroot. Avoid planting near Strawberry, Tomato.