Cabbage Red Drumhead Seeds

How to grow Cabbage Red Drumhead From Seeds

Overview:

Embrace the rich colour and crisp texture of your own Red Drumhead Cabbage! This heirloom variety produces large, ruby-red heads ideal for salads, coleslaw, pickling, and more. Perfectly suited to UK gardens, Red Drumhead boasts ease of cultivation, excellent cold tolerance, and excellent harvests.

Planting Instructions:

• Sowing:
  • Spring: Direct sow outdoors from April to June.
• Seed depth: Sow seeds 1.5cm deep.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 30cm between plants and 45-60cm 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 165 days after sowing.
• Method: Cut the head at the base, leaving a few outer leaves attached.
• Storing: Store in the fridge for up to a week.

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 extra support.
• Companion planting: Interplant with herbs like dill or thyme for pest control.

Cultivate vibrant harvests and culinary delights with Red Drumhead Cabbage!