Red Cabbage
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Vegetable · Brassica-head

Red Cabbage

Brassicaceae

Identical care to green cabbage but 5-15 days slower to mature. Deep purple anthocyanins provide mild cold protection and higher antioxidants. Ruby Ball (70-75 DTM) is a good fast variety. Fall planting slightly preferred. Same splitting management as green cabbage. Stores 3-4 months (slightly less than green).

At a Glance

Days to Maturity
70–110 days
Sun
6+ hours
Spacing
12–18 "
Seed Start
4–6 weeks
before transplant
Container
Yes
5+ gallon pot

Zone Planting Guide

Growing Guide

Germination

Germination Time 5–10 days
Optimal Temp 75°F
Seed Depth 0.25"

Watering

Weekly Water 1–1.5 "
Needs Moderate-high

Soil

pH Range 6–7

Resilience

Heat: Low Cold: High

Nutrition

Feeding Intensity Heavy feeder

Sources

university Iowa State Extension university UMN Extension university UMN Extension — Growing Cabbage university University of Maryland Extension — Growing Cabbage in a Home Garden

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