The rainy weather in May and June has prevented some Iowans from planting their vegetable garden. Fortunately, there is still time to plant some vegetables. Chinese cabbage, for example, actually performs best when planted in summer for a fall crop.
Chinese cabbage is a versatile garden vegetable.
It has a sweeter, milder flavor than true cabbage. The crisp, tender leaves may be used like lettuce in salads, shredded for cole slaw, steamed, or stir-fried. Rows should be spaced 20 to 24 inches apart. Thin plants when 1 to 2 inches tall. Within the row, plants should be spaced 12 to 18 inches apart.