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When to Plant Pac Choi in Brantley County, GA

Pac choi (baby bok choy) is a compact variety of Chinese cabbage with tender leaves and crisp stems. It grows quickly and is ideal for containers and small spaces.

Brantley County, Georgia is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is February 19 and the first fall frost is November 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 283 days.

At an elevation of 238 feet, Brantley County receives approximately 58.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 90ยฐF, providing good warmth for Pac Choi during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring โ€” great for early planting โ€” but Pac Choi will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Pac Choi root diseases.

Brantley County, GA (Zone 8b) Year-round
283 days
Last Spring Frost February 19
283 growing days
First Fall Frost November 29

Brantley County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

4.8-6.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (218 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 3 Transplant: Feb 7 🍅 Harvest: Mar 21 – Apr 18
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (213 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 15 Transplant: Feb 19 🍅 Harvest: Apr 2 – Apr 30
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (210 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 9 Transplant: Mar 16 🍅 Harvest: Apr 27 – May 25

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

Plant needs
1.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
You supply
0.2″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 475 gal / 100 sq ft
Pac Choi needs ~831 GDD — county provides 4,970 GDD Excellent fit

Pac Choi Planting Timeline โ€” Brantley County, GA

Pac Choi Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 15 Jan 15 โ€“ Jan 29
Transplant Outdoors February 19 Feb 19 โ€“ Mar 5
Direct Sow February 5 Feb 5 โ€“ Feb 26
Fall Sowing September 20 Sep 20 โ€“ Oct 4
Harvest April 2 Apr 2 โ€“ Apr 30

Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January Start Indoors
February Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
March Transplant Outdoors
April Harvest
May โ€”
June โ€”
July โ€”
August โ€”
September Fall Sowing
October Fall Sowing
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Water

High โ€” keep soil consistently moist

Days to Maturity

40โ€“55 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7.5

USDA Zone

Zone 8b

Growing Season

283 days

Growing Tips for Brantley County

Direct sow in spring or fall. Grows best in cool weather. Space 6 inches apart for baby pac choi. Harvest whole plants or cut outer leaves as needed.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pac Choi in Brantley County, GA?

Brantley County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of February 19. Plan your Pac Choi planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Brantley County, GA?

Brantley County, Georgia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is February 19 and first fall frost is November 29.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Brantley County, GA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.