CABBAGE ‘CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD SUGARLOAF’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Quantity: 20 grams
- Heirloom variety known for its sweet, dense, and conical-shaped heads.
- Excellent flavor, making it perfect for coleslaw, soups, and stir-fries.
- Produces early in the season, ideal for spring and autumn planting.
- Resistant to bolting, allowing for extended growing seasons.
- Thrives in a variety of soil types and is easy to grow for home gardeners.
- Great for fresh eating or for storage in cool conditions.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual leafy vegetable
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: February – March, August – September
- Subtropical: March – May, August – October
- Tropical: Not recommended
- Cool: August – October
- Arid: February – March, August – September
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: 1 – 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or seed trays
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7.5
- Spacing: 30 – 45 cm between plants
Details:
- Water consistently to keep the soil moist, especially during dry spells.
- Harvest heads when firm and before they start to split for the best quality.
Harvest:
70 – 85 days after sowing
Growing instructions (microgreens)
- Cabbage ‘Charleston Wakefield Sugarloaf’ can be grown as microgreens, providing tender and flavorful leaves.
- Sow seeds in a shallow tray with moist soil and water daily.
- Ready for harvest in 10 – 14 days for use in salads or as garnishes.
