Emiko Napa Cabbage
75d to harvest
Sink your senses into Emiko Napa Cabbage’s crisp, water-bright crunch—heads form with a refined, tender texture and a sweet, clean flavor that tastes distinctly fresh and never harsh. At maturity, the upright, tightly wrapped leaves create a pale, buttery interior wrapped in cool green outer foliage, ideal for quick stir-fry style dishes, savory braises, and bright pickling. Grow Emiko for dependable 75-day performance and a garden-to-table harvest that feels as elegant as it is satisfying.
Crop Dates
Growing note: In frost-free Zone 13a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | — |
| Climate | Frost-Free Climate |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | Oct 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Dec 15th |
| Harvest Ends | Feb 28th |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 75 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 32 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Recommended Companions
Frequently Asked Questions
What pest or disease is most likely on Napa cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis) and how can I manage it?
Common problems include cabbage aphids and fungal leaf spots that thrive in humid, crowded foliage. Check the undersides of leaves every few days; if you see aphids, spray plants with a strong jet of water and use insecticidal soap if they persist. For leaf spot, avoid overhead watering, improve airflow by spacing plants properly, and remove heavily spotted leaves early to slow spread.
How do I tell when my Emiko Napa cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis) is ready to harvest?
Harvest when heads are firm and have reached full size, typically about 75 days from sowing or when plants form a tight, solid rosette. If you gently press the outer leaves and the head feels springy or loose, leave it a bit longer; if it feels tightly packed, it’s ready. Pick in the morning for best texture, and harvest before sustained warm temperatures cause early loosening or bolting.