Cabbages

Cabbage seed may be small, but it can produce a large, nutritional cabbage head that you can use in dish after dish. Cabbage is one of the oldest cultivated vegetable crops dating back 4,000 years ago to Europe. Similar to broccoli, cabbage was domesticated from a wild mustard plant. Today's growers can enjoy a wide variety of cabbage colors, flavors, and textures. Growing from cabbage seed allows you to take advantage of all the available varieties. There are many types of cabbages from which to choose. Savory cabbage is a ruffled leafed cabbage with a loosely packed head and is one of the sweetest cabbage varieties around. Green cabbages are the most versatile in the kitchen and tend to be the most forgiving in the field. They are vigorous growers, have tightly packed heads, and have long shelf lives. Red cabbages have similar qualities to green cabbage in addition to their beautiful color and anthocyanin compounds. Cabbage seeds should be planted in cool temperatures, with high fertility and ample soil moisture. Cabbage can take up large spaces in the garden and should be placed accordingly. Brassicas, like cabbage, are heavy feeders and do best when they are side-dressed with an organic fertilizer. It is best to succession plant cabbage for a continuous harvest. Our cabbage selections are chosen for superior flavor, texture, yield in small spaces, and disease resistance. Use your homegrown cabbage in salads, wraps, stir-fries, soups (our favorite), and more. Grow your own cabbage from seed today and enjoy the bounty you will surely create!