Cabbage is a staple vegetable for households, schools and hotels. It matures quickly and can be grown in most regions with water.
Varieties
Hybrids such as Gloria F1 and Victoria F1 give uniform heads and good shelf life. Copenhagen Market is a common open pollinated option.
Nursery and transplanting
Raise seedlings for four to six weeks, then transplant at about 60 cm by 45 cm.
Feeding and water
Cabbage is a heavy feeder. Use manure, fertilizer at planting and a nitrogen top dressing. Water consistently to avoid split heads.
Pests
- Diamondback moth and cabbage loopers
- Aphids
- Black rot
Scout weekly, rotate crops and use approved controls with proper intervals.
Harvest and sell
Harvest when heads are firm, usually 70 to 90 days after transplanting. Stagger planting to supply markets, schools and restaurants continuously.
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