Pruning guide
How to prune napa cabbage 'blues'
Best time
Throughout the growing season as outer leaves deteriorate
How often
As needed
Technique
Remove outer leaves by pulling them downward or cutting at the base. Keep the head-forming inner leaves untouched until harvest.
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Pruning napa cabbage 'blues' — FAQ
When should I prune napa cabbage 'blues'?
Throughout the growing season as outer leaves deteriorate. Remove outer leaves by pulling them downward or cutting at the base. Keep the head-forming inner leaves untouched until harvest.
How often does napa cabbage 'blues' need pruning?
As needed. Napa cabbage 'Blues' is a bolt-resistant heading variety grown for a single harvest — no pruning is needed. Strip off yellowing, cracked, or disease-marked outer leaves during growth to maintain plant health and prevent rot from spreading into the forming head. Cut the whole head at the base when mature.
How do you prune napa cabbage 'blues'?
Remove outer leaves by pulling them downward or cutting at the base. Keep the head-forming inner leaves untouched until harvest.