Cabbage
Brassica oleracea Capitata Group · Moderate
A diverse crop with spring, summer, autumn and winter varieties, so packet timing matters more than a single generic calendar.
Sow
Variety-dependent; broadly February to August.
Plant
Transplant firmly once plants have four or five true leaves.
Harvest
Potentially year-round when seasonal varieties are combined.
Practical growing notes
Give cabbage the right space.
- Plant spacing
- About 30–45 cm; larger winter types may need more.
- Light
- Full sun.
- Containers
- Compact types can grow in large, deep pots.
Why grow it?
A wide choice of harvest seasons and good kitchen versatility.
Watch for
Choose the correct seasonal type and protect against common brassica pests.
Keep the bed moving
What can follow cabbage?
A robust cut-and-come-again leaf crop that can bridge summer, autumn and the following spring.
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