CABBAGE Red Express - 100 HEIRLOOM Seeds This Open Pollinated early variety produces excellent yields of reddish-purple cabbage. The heads average 12 to 18cm in diameter and weigh 1 to 2 kg. It is very flavorful. Excellent for coleslaw, stir fry, and salads. This variety cuts your growing time in half compared to full-season varieties. It is split resistant and suitable for small gardens as it can be spaced much closer than other varieties. An excellent choice for home gardens. Protect your cabbage row from the caterpillar of the cabbage moth by draping lightweight row cover over the plants. Sowing time is Autumn to early Spring. Avoid hot times of the year. Prefer sunny position, sow 5mm deep, emerge 7-14 days, best germination at less than 22 °C soil temperature. Harvest approx. 65-100 days after sowing. Propagation notes will be supplied with a seed packet.
