What are the varieties of Chinese cabbage? Introduction to common Chinese cabbage varieties

Chinese cabbage is grown in both the north and the south and is deeply loved by people across the country, so it can truly be called a national vegetable. Generally, the varieties grown differ under different climate conditions, and the varieties preferred by people in different regions also differ. However, there are always some varieties of Chinese cabbage that are extremely adaptable, taste good, can be cultivated in most regions, and whose flavor is accepted by people in most regions. Over time, these varieties have become common varieties. Below is a separate introduction to several common varieties of Chinese cabbage.

1. Tianjin Green

Tianjin Green Chinese cabbage was once a specialty exported overseas, mainly because the natural environmental conditions are excellent and suitable for the growth of Chinese cabbage. It can be called a representative Chinese cabbage, known abroad as Chinese green. This variety of Chinese cabbage is one of the best vegetables among Tianjin vegetables. The cultivation of Chinese cabbage here has a long history, and this variety was bred through long-term natural and human selection.

2. Jiaozhou Chinese Cabbage

It is a specialty of Jiaozhou City and a geographical indication agricultural product. Also called Jiaobai, it began to be planted in the Tang Dynasty. Its advantages are that the stalks are tender and relatively thin, the soup is white, the taste is sweet, and the nutrition is good. Jiaozhou Chinese cabbage is famous not only because of its taste; another major reason is its production area. It has strict requirements for fertilizer and water, needs a humid and mild environment, and is planted in powdery sandy soil, which is relatively suitable for the growth of Chinese cabbage.

3. Luxiu

It is a small Chinese cabbage variety bred jointly by China and Japan. Except in winter, it can be planted in open fields in spring, summer, and autumn. Its main advantages are strong adaptability, good disease resistance, and high yield. It is a compact type, with light green, smooth leaves and flat leaf stalks. Its growth cycle is very short, and it can complete growth in as fast as one month, so less input is required and returns are quick.

4. Tai'an Chinese Cabbage

The Tai'an area has planted Chinese cabbage from ancient times to the present. Ancient books record that Chinese cabbage was everywhere in this place. Generally, this kind of Chinese cabbage is divided into yellow sprout and green sprout types, and yellow sprout Chinese cabbage has the best quality because its stalks are thin and its water content is very low. Now there are even more new varieties, cultivated year-round and supplied year after year.

5. Xiqing

This variety is a new Chinese cabbage variety bred by a company in Qingdao. It is suitable for planting in most areas of the country, such as the Northeast, the Northwest, and the central regions of Hunan and Hubei, as well as the southwestern regions of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Sichuan. Only the sowing time needs to be adjusted.

There are many varieties of Chinese cabbage, all originating from different types. When planting Chinese cabbage, choose varieties with good basic traits, and most importantly, choose varieties that suit the local climate and environment, are easy to plant, easy to manage, and can produce a high yield.