Bopak F1 Pac Choy
Best versatile green for gardeners seeking reliable, slow-bolting harvests.
Discover the Bopak F1 Pac Choy, an award-winning organic hybrid that redefines expectations for this popular vegetable. This variety features compact plants with vibrant green leaves and distinctive white stems, offering a striking visual appeal in the garden. Its exceptional versatility allows for a quick harvest of tender baby greens in just 20 days or a substantial, mature crop within 60 days. Renowned for its slow bolting habit, the Bopak F1 ensures a reliable harvest window, and its seeds are rigorously tested for disease resistance, providing peace of mind for growers.
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Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Days to Maturity (Baby)
20
/ days
Who it's for
- Market gardeners needing predictable, consistent harvest yields
- Organic growers prioritizing sustainable, non-GMO farming practices
- Home gardeners wanting extended harvest windows in fluctuating weather
Who should skip it
- Seed savers looking to propagate their own heirloom varieties
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest monitoring
- Budget-conscious growers seeking lower-cost, open-pollinated seed options
Performance breakdown
Harvest Versatility
Flexible timeline allows for quick baby greens or full-size heads.
Bolting Resistance
Slow-to-bolt genetics extend the harvest window through fluctuating seasonal temperatures.
Disease Resilience
Rigorously tested seed lots provide consistent protection against common crop failures.
Space Efficiency
Compact growth habit makes this an ideal choice for intensive gardening.
Storage Longevity
Sturdy stems and leaves offer impressive shelf life after the harvest.
Germination Reliability
High-quality hybrid breeding ensures dependable sprout rates for home growers.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity (Baby)
20 days
Days to Maturity (Full Size)
60 days
Seed Count/Size Options
25 SEEDS ($3.90), 500 SEEDS, 1 M ($13.55), 5 M ($38.50), 25 M ($172.55), 100 M ($617.90)
Seed Density
12M seeds/oz (M=1,000)
Seed Depth
1/4”
Baby Leaf Seeding Rate
~60 seeds/ft in a 2-4” band
Full Size Plant Spacing
Thin to 6”
Height
15-18" tall
Features
- Award-winning organic hybrid pac choy
- Harvest as baby greens or full-size crop
- Extremely slow to bolt
- Compact plant habit
- Striking white stems and green leaves
- Disease-tested seed lots
- Excellent storage potential
- Dual harvest potential
What customers say
Customers highly value the Bopak F1 Pac Choy for its exceptional reliability and superior performance. Reviewers consistently report outstanding germination success, setting a strong foundation for the season. The variety’s defining strength is its impressive bolt resistance, allowing for extended harvest windows even during warmer weather, which significantly reduces crop failure risk. Growers appreciate this dependability in variable climates. Furthermore, the resulting brassica is praised for its culinary quality: heads are uniform, crisp, tender, and offer a mild, sweet flavor ideal for cooking. The clean, upright growth habit also makes harvesting easy. While the initial seed cost is slightly higher, the consensus is that the superior yield and consistent results fully justify the investment, making this a permanent favorite for many.
Know before you buy
Yes, Bopak F1 is highly versatile. You can harvest tender baby greens in as little as 20 days, or allow them to grow for 60 days to reach full maturity.
Bopak F1 is specifically bred to be extremely slow to bolt. This gives you a much more reliable harvest window compared to standard varieties, even as temperatures fluctuate.
For a full-size crop, you should thin your seedlings to 6 inches apart. This spacing allows the plants to reach their full height of 15–18 inches without overcrowding.
Yes, these are certified organic, hybrid seeds. They have also been rigorously tested for disease resistance to ensure a healthy start for your garden.
This variety performs best when planted in the spring or fall. It thrives in full to partial sun with moderate watering.
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