{"product_id":"chinese-broccoli-yod-fah","title":"Chinese Broccoli, Yod Fah","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmark class=\"MAeH\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[247864,null,0]]]]--\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e (\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003ealboglabra\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as \u003cem\u003eGai Lan\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eThai kale\u003c\/strong\u003e, prized for its thick, crisp stems, tender blue-green, glossy, kale-like leaves, and sweet, mild, nutty flower buds.\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNothing goes to waste with this crop; all parts of the plant are delicious. \u003c\/span\u003eThe delectable, tender stalks taste like a cross between asparagus and broccoli, only sweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA must-have for those who long for broccoli but struggle to grow it, excellent for market gardeners as well. Yod Fah is a selection from Thailand that \u003cspan\u003eis extremely versatile, easy to grow, and productive. it is far more suited for warm climates than any other conventional broccoli variety.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING TIPS: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Choose a spot that receives 4–6 hours of sun daily. Keep soil moist, as plants do not tolerate drought. Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Use a balanced fertilizer or compost tea every few weeks\u003cstrong\u003e.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-disc pt-2.5 pl-7.5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown as an annual in zones 2–10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e55–70 days to maturity\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant spacing: 8–12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal temperature: 64–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost hardy? Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pb-5 font-satoshi text-primary-600 text-sm!\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply once or twice a week, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Maintain mulch and apply fertilizer periodically. Monitor for pests like aphids and cabbage loopers, and use organic control methods, such as Neem Oil, predatory beneficial insects, and companion planting techniques. Ensure good air circulation to prevent diseases such a powdery mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title-sm py-5! max-md:leading-6-5! leading-8-5!\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eWhen to Grow: Best planted in cool spring or fall conditions. Yod Fah can tolerate light frost. Ideal temperatures are 60-80 F.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARVEST: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants produce regular harvests of nutrient-dense leaves and after 30-45 days will begin producing long broccolini-type flower stalks.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll parts of the plant are edible, including flowers and stems. Cut about 8 inches from the top, leaving a few leaves in place to encourage new growth. In most areas, this will be a cut-and-come-again crop you can enjoy all season long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest the stalks as soon as the first flowers open, and allow the plant to produce plenty more to take its place.  The number of stalks produced per plant keeps increasing as the season progresses. The stalks and leaves are succulent, and sweet and have a very mild but delicious mustard taste. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sacred Earth Farms","offers":[{"title":"4\" pot","offer_id":43204557733963,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-pack (6 cells 3\" x 3\" ea)","offer_id":43204557766731,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1738\/4997\/files\/Yod_Fah.jpg?v=1789600019","url":"https:\/\/sacredearthfarm.org\/products\/chinese-broccoli-yod-fah","provider":"Sacred Earth Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}