Cabbage Kalibos Red Seeds

How to Grow Cabbage Kalibos Red Seeds

Embrace the captivating looks and sweet taste of Kalibos Red Cabbage! This Eastern European heirloom produces gorgeous pointed heads in vibrant pink-purple hues. Thriving in UK gardens, Kalibos Red offers a distinctive flavour perfect for salads, fermenting, and diverse culinary adventures.

Planting Instructions:

• Sowing:
  • Spring: Direct sow outdoors from April to June.
• Seed depth: Sow seeds 1.5cm deep.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 45cm between plants and 60cm between rows.

Growing Needs:

• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
• Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
• Feeding: Feed with a general-purpose fertiliser every few weeks.

Harvesting:

• Ready: When heads are firm and feel heavy, usually around 150 days after sowing.
• Method: Cut the head at the base, leaving a few outer leaves attached.
• Storing: Fresh cabbage stores for up to a week in the fridge. For longer preservation, ferment Kalibos Red for a delicious and vibrant sauerkraut.

Bonus Tips:

• Succession sowing: Sow every few weeks for a continuous harvest.
• Earthing up: As the plant grows, pull soil up around the stem for support.
• Netting: Cover with netting to deter cabbage white butterflies.
• Harvesting for tenderness: For the sweetest and most tender taste, harvest when the leaves still feel slightly loose.

Unleash the beauty and flavour of Kalibos Red Cabbage in your UK garden!