Brassica oleracea (capitata group) (75 days) Open pollinated. Distinctive violet-rose color. Small to medium 3-5 lb heads can be up to 7" across on a compact plant.
Brassica oleracea (capitata group) (85 days) F-1 hybrid. Deep purple-red rock-hard round heads avg 4-6 lb. Excellent for long storage. Very cold hardy.
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Cabbage
About 150–350 seeds/g.
Days to maturity are from transplant date.
Blue-purple foods such as red cabbage and purple cauliflower contain anthocyanins and phenolics, which benefit the urinary tract, memory and immune system.
Culture: Exposure to hoarfrost is good for cabbages. They double their sugar content after one month of cold. Wire hoops and row cover should be used at early stages to keep out flea beetles and swede midge.
Red cabbage seedlings are often used for microgreens.
Minimum germination soil temperature 40°, optimal range 55–95°.