Cabbage
Red cabbageHow to sow red cabbage successfully under cover?
To grow red cabbage successfully, we recommend sowing the seeds under cover. Choose deep containers and fill them with quality potting soil. Sow the seeds on the surface of the potting soil, spacing them about 5 cm apart. Cover lightly with potting soil and tamp gently. Water sparingly to keep the potting soil moist, without soaking it.
Then place the containers in a bright spot, at a temperature of around 18-20°C. Be sure to aerate regularly to avoid any risk of rot. The first shoots should appear after a few days. Once the plants have developed a few leaves, transplant them into individual containers.
It's important to regularly monitor the moisture content of the potting soil and water sparingly. Also make sure the plants get enough light for optimum growth. By following these steps, you should have beautiful red cabbages ready to harvest in a few months.
How do I sow red cabbage outdoors?
To grow red cabbage successfully outdoors, we recommend sowing the seeds in spring, usually from April onwards. Prepare the soil by working it deeply and weeding carefully. Make sure you choose a sunny, well-drained spot.
Sow the seeds about 30 cm apart, sinking them 1 cm deep. Water regularly but moderately to keep the soil moist, without soaking it. Take care not to plant the seeds too close together to allow the plants to develop properly and branch out well.
Watch out for the appearance of pests and diseases, and act quickly if necessary, favouring natural methods to combat them. Red cabbage requires little maintenance but regular attention to ensure a successful harvest. By following these tips, you'll be able to enjoy beautiful, tasty red cabbages in your garden.
How do I plant red cabbage?
To plant red cabbage, we recommend sowing it directly in the ground in spring, once all risk of frost has passed. Prepare a soil rich in organic matter and well drained, slightly acidic with a pH between 6 and 7.
Sow the seeds at a depth of 1 to 2 cm and space them about 40 cm apart. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid excess water, which could cause the roots to rot.
If it is necessary to transplant red cabbage plants, wait until they have 3 to 4 leaves before moving them to the garden. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots and pack the soil well around the plant.
Be sure to protect the plants from insect attack by using natural methods, such as crop rotation or planting repellent plants nearby.
Red cabbage is a hardy plant that can withstand the cold, but it's important to keep an eye out for diseases and remove damaged leaves to prevent them spreading.
How do I harvest red cabbage?
Red cabbage is generally harvested in autumn. To tell if it's ready to harvest, simply check that the head is well formed and firm. To harvest, cut the cabbage just above the ground, leaving a few leaves around the head. It's best to harvest early in the morning when the temperature is cooler.
After harvesting, red cabbage can be stored for up to several weeks in a cool, dry place. For optimum storage, it is advisable to store cabbage in a dark place at around 0°C. It is important to check the condition of the cabbage regularly to remove any damaged leaves and keep only the healthy parts.
Red cabbage
- Type : Vegetables
- Subtype : Leafy vegetables
- Botanical Family : Brassicaceae (cruciferous)
Characteristics
- Lifecycle : Annual
- Exposure : Full Sun
- Frost Hardiness : Frost Resistant
- Cultivation Difficulty : Medium
- Adult Height : 30 cm
Sowing & Planting
- Greenhouse Growing : Not Required
- Sowing Depth : 1 cm
- Plant Spacing : 50 cm
- Row Spacing : 60 cm
Maintenance
- Maintenance : Moderate
- Water Requirements : Moderate
Seeds
- Soil Type : Mixed
- Soil pH Preference : Neutral
- Pest Sensitivity : Moderate
- Disease Sensitivity : Moderate
- Weed Sensitivity : Moderate
- Pollination : Insect-pollinated
- Propagation : Sowing