Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw'
Cabbage
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Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Description
Ever grow a 15 pounder? This prizewinner easily gets that big and with a little luck can top 20 pounds. Burpee Exclusive. GROWING HINTS: For large heads space 24" apart. Space them closer at 18" for more family friendly sizes. These heavy heads also resist splitting. Grows best in cool weather and full sun.
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Growth
Cabbage is a cool-season biennial grown as an annual. They grow and mature the best when temperatures do not exceed 80°F (27°C). Plants can survive in temperatures as low as 25°F (27°C).
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Planting
Before planting, work in a 2" layer of well-rotted manur or compost into the soil. Sow seeds about 1/2" deep. Space them 12-24" apart in rows with 36" of room in between. Smaller spacing between plants usually results in smaller heads.For spring crops, it is best to sow seeds indoors about 5-7 weeks before the last frost, and then transplant the seedlings into the garden 3-5 weeks after the last frost date. For fall crop, sow seeds directly into the ground in summer. In warm areas, you can plant cabbage in fall, allowing it to overwinter and mature in spring for harvest.
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Pest
The two main pests of cabbage are the cabbageworm and cabbage looper, which eat away at the leaves. Other pests include aphids, cutworms, woodchucks, and rabbits, all of which are known to attack seedlings.Some diseases are fusarium wilt (cabbage yellowing) and black rot stunt cabbage. Prevent these diseases by choosing resistant varieties and rotating the site where the crops are planted for about 3 years. Mature heads become more prone to disease when they crack or split. Splitting occurs when the heads take in too much water quickly.
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Interesting facts
When growing cabbage, it is best to plant many different varieties, as each has its own uses. For example, round and savoy types are best for salads and sauteing, while the varieties with flatter heads work best for stuffing. Late varieties are considered the best for processing into kraut.
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea 'King Slaw') - Soil and irrigation
Provide seedlings with ample amounts of water. Enhance water retention by mulching plants with a 2-4" layer of organic material such as straw, pine straw, or grass clippings.
