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Cabbage - Red Acre

Red Acre

Brassica oleracea

$3.99

7 g Approximately

Red Acre Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) is a compact, cold-tolerant cabbage variety known for its vibrant deep-red heads, which bring a sweet, tender flavor to salads, slaws, and stir-fries. Ideal for small gardens, this hardy, split-resistant cabbage can weigh 2-4 pounds and resists cabbage yellows disease. This heirloom variety stores well and is perfect for fresh use.

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  • Days to Maturity: 75-100 days
  • USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual in zones 3-10
  • Ideal Temperature: 50-75¡F (tolerates frost)
  • Height: 12 inches
  • Spacing: 12-24 inches apart in rows, 24-36 inches between rows
  • Soil Requirements: Rich, well-drained, pH 6.5-7.5
  • Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Part Shade

Start Indoors (Recommended):

  • Spring Crop: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date. Ideal germination temperature is 75-85¡F.
  • Fall Crop: Start seeds indoors in midsummer for transplanting outdoors in early fall.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and thin to 12-24 inches apart.

Direct Sow Outdoors:

  • Spring Crop: Direct sow seeds outdoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date.
  • Fall Crop: For mild climates, direct sow 10-12 weeks before the first expected fall frost.

Container Gardening:

  • Choose a large container (at least 12 inches deep) with rich, well-draining soil and place in a sunny location.

Growing Tips

  • Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, especially as heads develop. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and control weeds.
  • Fertilizing: Cabbage is a heavy feeder; use a high-nitrogen fertilizer every 3-4 weeks.
  • Companion Plants: Plant near dill or rosemary for pest control. Avoid planting near strawberries, tomatoes, or pole beans.

Harvesting and Storage

  • Harvesting: Harvest once heads are firm and well-developed, ideally in the morning. If harvesting in warmer weather, dunk heads in ice water to extend freshness.
  • Storage: Store unwashed in the refrigerator or root cellar at 32¡F with 95% humidity.

Culinary Use and Nutritional Benefits

This cabbage’s crisp, tender leaves bring vibrant color and flavor to dishes like coleslaw, salads, and stir-fries. It’s a good source of vitamin C and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to any meal.