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Bok Choy care requirements
water
Keep soil evenly moist, providing 1–1.5 inches per week. Water consistently to prevent stress and bolting. Drip irrigation works well. Avoid waterlogging, which causes root issues.
soil
Rich, well-draining soil with pH 6.0–7.5. Incorporate 2–3 inches of compost or aged manure before planting. Bok choy appreciates fertile soil for optimal growth and tender leaves.
light
Full sun to partial shade; 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Light afternoon shade in hot climates prevents bolting. Insufficient light slows growth and reduces vigor.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Bok Choy
- fiber_manual_recordSwollen, distorted roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting in warm weather
- fiber_manual_recordStunted, yellowing plants
help
Common causes in Bok Choy
Caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae. Persists in soil for 20+ years. Favoured by acidic, wet soils.
healing
How to treat clubroot in Bok Choy
No chemical cure. Remove all affected plants and roots. Lime soil to raise pH above 7.2.
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Preventing clubroot in Bok Choy
Crop rotation (7+ years). Liming soil. Resistant varieties. Good drainage.