Spring or fall
Cabbage heads up best in cool weather. Grow it in spring or, even better, for a fall harvest.
A storage staple and the base of sauerkraut — cabbage rewards cool weather and rich soil with big, solid heads.
Cabbage heads up best in cool weather. Grow it in spring or, even better, for a fall harvest.
Give each plant room and rich, firm soil with steady feeding — that's what fills out a big, solid head.
Cabbage whites are the main pest. A light insect net, or diligent checking, keeps the heads clean.
Cut once the head feels firm and heavy. Cabbage stores for weeks cool, or becomes sauerkraut for months.
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