When to Plant Pac Choi in Beauregard Parish, LA
Your April gardening checklist
Each item below is timed to Beauregard Parish, Louisiana's frost dates and soil temperatures. Skip nothing, stress about nothing.
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Time to start pac choi inside
These need a head start before your last frost (March 7). Sow into cells now so you're ready to transplant in a few weeks.
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Bring in the pac choi
The more you pick, the more the plant produces. Letting fruit overripen tells the plant it's time to stop.
Looking ahead to May
- First harvests: pac choi
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.
Beauregard Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 7 and the first fall frost is November 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 254 days.
At an elevation of 206 feet, Beauregard Parish receives approximately 49.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Pac Choi during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Pac Choi will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.
Beauregard Parish Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
4.8-6.2
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.
Soil Compatibility in Beauregard Parish
How your county's soil matches Pac Choi's growing requirements.
Soil pH
Your soil pH (4.8–6.2) is more acidic than Pac Choi prefers (6.0–7.5). Add garden lime to raise pH.
Soil Texture
Sandy soil in Beauregard Parish warms quickly in spring but drains fast. Pac Choi will need more frequent watering and regular compost additions to retain nutrients.
Organic Matter
Organic matter is low (1.7%). Add 2-3 inches of compost before planting Pac Choi.
How to Plant Pac Choi
Fall planting: Sow 10 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.
Succession Planting Pac Choi
Sow every 4.6 weeks. Last sowing by Sep 22 to harvest before frost.
For a dedicated fall crop, sow by Sep 07.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Monthly Watering Guide for Pac Choi
Pac Choi needs approximately 1.5 inches of water per week (6.5" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.
| Month | Pac Choi Needs | Rainfall | You Supplement | Action |
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| Jan | — | 3.8" | 0" | ❄️ Dormant |
| Feb | — | 4.5" | 0" | ❄️ Dormant |
| Mar | 6.5" | 4.2" | 2.3" | 💧 Light watering |
| Apr | 6.5" | 3.4" | 3.1" | 💧 Light watering |
| May | 6.5" | 4.2" | 2.3" | 💧 Light watering |
| Jun | 6.5" | 4" | 2.5" | 💧 Light watering |
| Jul | 6.5" | 5.4" | 1.1" | 💧 Light watering |
| Aug | 6.5" | 4.8" | 1.7" | 💧 Light watering |
| Sep | 6.5" | 4.4" | 2.1" | 💧 Light watering |
| Oct | 6.5" | 3.3" | 3.2" | 💧 Light watering |
| Nov | 6.5" | 3.9" | 2.6" | 💧 Light watering |
| Dec | — | 3.5" | 0" | ❄️ Dormant |
Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Beauregard Parish). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.
Pac Choi Heat Requirements (GDD)
What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?
Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.
Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.
Pac Choi Planting Timeline — Beauregard Parish, LA
Pac Choi Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
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| Start Indoors | January 31 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Direct Sow | February 21 | Feb 21 – Mar 14 |
| Harvest | April 18 | Apr 18 – May 16 |
| Fall Sowing | September 7 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
1.5"/week · 2-3 times/week
📅 Days to Maturity
40–55 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: too_acidic
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 8b
📆 Growing Season
254 days in Beauregard Parish
Growing Tips for Pac Choi in Beauregard Parish
Direct sow Pac Choi outdoors after March 07 in Beauregard Parish when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
Sandy soil in Beauregard Parish dries quickly — mulch Pac Choi with 2-3 inches of straw and water deeply 2-3 times per week rather than lightly every day.
Your generous 254.0-day season in Beauregard Parish allows multiple plantings of Pac Choi. Sow every 20.0 days for continuous harvest.
Common pests for Pac Choi in this region include cabbage worm and flea beetles. Use row covers early in the season and inspect plants weekly.
General growing tips
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pac Choi in Beauregard Parish, LA?
Beauregard Parish is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 7. Plan your Pac Choi planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Beauregard Parish, LA?
Beauregard Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 7 and first fall frost is November 16.
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