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Asian Leafy Vegetables: Chinese Kale(芥兰)

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Chinese Kale(芥兰)also known as Kai Lan or Chinese broccoli is a very popular Asian leafy vegetable used in Cantonese  cuisine. It belongs to the Brassica Oleracea species. It is a rich source of vitamin C and is believed to detoxify the body and lower the risk of cancer. It grows well in tropical weather with lots of sunshine. Its typical growing period, from seeds to full grown size and ready to harvest is about 8 to 12 weeks. A well grown Chinese Kale can grow up to a diameter of 35 cm with full sunlight, so remember to allocate enough spacing between the seedlings. Typical size is about 20 to 25 cm in diameter. Materials you need · At least a space of approximately 2m by 1m for about 32 seedlings at a garden plot, balcony area or roof top garden. · In Singapore, you can either grow the vegetable from seeds or buy the seedlings from professional seed plug transplants provider like farm 85 · This illustration is designed and documented using a green house garden l