Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR — Upright, Bushy, Columnar

Overview

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR is a upright, bushy, columnar annual biennial in the genus Brassica, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen, glaucous leaves foliage. Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings.

About

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR is a cultivar of the Brassica genus, which includes a variety of annual and biennial plants known for their upright, bushy, and columnar growth habits. This cultivar features evergreen, glaucous leaves and thrives in full sun with a preference for south- or west-facing, sheltered positions. It grows best in fertile, firm, well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as loam, sand, or chalk, with moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and is typically of interest from spring through to autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Brassica

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand, Chalk
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Upright, Bushy, Columnar
Foliage: Evergreen, Glaucous leaves
Suggested uses: Vegetable gardens, Ornamental plantings

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR

Propagation: Seed
Pest resistance: Flea beetle, Cabbage root fly, Cabbage white butterfly, Aphids, Snails, Pigeons
Disease resistance: Club root, Downy mildew, White rust, Black leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Damping off, White mold, Root knot nematodes

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR?

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR need?

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, sand and chalk. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR hardy in the UK?

Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Brassica rapa var. pekinensis 'Vcc113G'PBR?

Seed.

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