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Sign up freeBrassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra
Red cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable characterized by its deep purple-red leaves densely packed in a tight, round head. It is highly nutritious, rich in anthocyanins and vitamin C, and is commonly used in coleslaw, pickled preparations, and cooked dishes.
A fellow Brassicaceae — similar growing habits to Red cabbage
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps, Ground beetles to keep them in check — plant African MarigoldGreat, French MarigoldGreat and BuglossGood nearby.Start Red cabbage indoors about 6 weeks before your last frost, keeping seeds in cooler soil (around 10–18 °C). Seeds usually come up in around 7 days. Move seedlings out once the danger of frost has passed, in full sun, spaced about 45 cm apart. Expect to harvest in roughly 90 days.
Keep track of the seeds you own.
Water: Medium · Height: 30 cm · Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
