When to Plant Pac Choi in Warren County, KY
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.
Warren County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 8 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 203 days.
At an elevation of 3,957 feet, Warren County receives approximately 44.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Pac Choi during the growing season.
Warren County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.3-7
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
Pac Choi Planting Timeline — Warren County, KY
Pac Choi Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 8 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Direct Sow | March 25 | Mar 25 – Apr 15 |
| Fall Sowing | August 19 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Harvest | May 20 | May 20 – Jun 17 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
40–55 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
203 days
Growing Tips for Warren 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pac Choi in Warren County, KY?
Warren County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 8. Plan your Pac Choi planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Warren County, KY?
Warren County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 8 and first fall frost is October 28.
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