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.
- 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 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 70-80 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!
