When to Plant Bok Choy in Deer Lodge, Tennessee (37726)

Location

Deer Lodge, Tennessee

ZIP Code

37726

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, March 13, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, April 10, 2026 · Zone 7a

Pro tip: Sow Bok Choy directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis

Days to Maturity 45 days

Mature Height 12-18"

Spread 12"

Type Leaf

Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (consistent moisture)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-7 days

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Bok Choy

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow plants to bolt and seed pods to dry on the stalk before harvesting.

Processing

Thresh dried stalks, winnow to separate seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Brassica rapa — crosses with turnip, napa cabbage, and Chinese cabbage. Isolate by 300 feet.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 4 per sq ft of Bok Choy. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Bok Choy in Deer Lodge, Tennessee? +

In Deer Lodge (Zone 7a), direct sow Bok Choy outdoors around Friday, March 13, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Deer Lodge, Tennessee? +

The average last spring frost date for Deer Lodge, Tennessee (ZIP 37726) is around Friday, April 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7a.

How long does Bok Choy take to grow? +

Bok Choy typically matures in about 45 days from direct sowing. In Deer Lodge, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, March 13, 2026 plus 45 days.

Should I start Bok Choy indoors or direct sow in Tennessee? +

Bok Choy does best when direct sown outdoors. In Deer Lodge, sow directly around Friday, March 13, 2026.

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Growing Bok Choy in Zone 7a

Bok Choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Deer Lodge, Tennessee, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, March 13, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Bok Choy grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.