Cabbage - Blues Hybrid
Plant/Seedling
CA$4.50
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The scientific name for Cabbage Blues Hybrid is Brassica oleracea var. capitata.
Description: Cabbage Blues Hybrid is a vibrant variety known for its excellent flavor and nutrition. This cabbage type features rich blue-green leaves with a firm head, making it ideal for both culinary use and fresh salads.
Growing Instructions for Zone 5, Canada:
Growing Zones: Zone 5
Planting Time: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost.
Sun Requirements: Full sun, at least 6-8 hours of sunlight per day.
Soil Preparation/Fertilizing: Use well-drained loamy soil. Before planting, mix in compost or a balanced fertilizer to enhance soil fertility.
Spacing: Space cabbage plants 12-18 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging.
Days to Harvest: Typically 70-90 days from planting.
Harvest: Harvest when heads are firm and have reached desired size, usually early summer to late fall.