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.
- Autumn: For winter harvest, sow indoors in August-September, transplanting seedlings outdoors in October.
- 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 85-90 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!
