Shanghai pak choi is a variety of Chinese cabbage prized for its delicate texture and rapid growth. It forms a compact rosette of light green leaves, borne on short, fleshy, and very tender petioles. Its bright and neat appearance makes it a vegetable that is as pleasant to grow as it is to cook.

This variety is distinguished by its mildness and delicate texture, both in taste and feel. Unlike other, more robust pak choi varieties, Shanghai develops thinner stems and supple leaves, ideal for early harvests. It is particularly well-suited to cooler growing seasons, where it fully expresses its quality without bolting too quickly.

In the garden, Shanghai pak choi is a crop of precision and timing. It prefers cool, rich, and well-drained soil, as well as steady growth. Successive sowings allow for staggered harvests and maintain consistent quality throughout the season.