When to Plant Bok Choy in Rappahannock County, VA
Bok choy is a Chinese cabbage variety with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves. It is a fast-growing cool-season crop ideal for stir-fries and soups.
Rappahannock County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 21 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 181 days.
At an elevation of 370 feet, Rappahannock County receives approximately 46.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Bok Choy during the growing season.
Rappahannock County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Bok Choy Planting Timeline — Rappahannock County, VA
Bok Choy Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 17 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 21 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Direct Sow | April 7 | Apr 7 – Apr 28 |
| Fall Sowing | August 10 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Harvest | June 2 | Jun 2 – Jul 7 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
40–60 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
181 days
Growing Tips for Rappahannock County
Direct sow in spring or fall for best results. Keep soil consistently moist. Harvest whole heads or cut outer leaves for a cut-and-come-again approach.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Bok Choy in Rappahannock County, VA?
Rappahannock County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 21. Plan your Bok Choy planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Rappahannock County, VA?
Rappahannock County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 21 and first fall frost is October 19.
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