Farmchoice Cabbage Seeds Sulit Pack 38 Seeds

•Choose the Right Time: Cabbage is a cool-season crop and thrives in temperatures between 45°F to 75°F (7°C to 24°C). Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last expected frost date in spring. Alternatively, you can plant cabbage seedlings directly in the garden in early spring for a fall harvest.

•Select a Suitable Location: Choose a location in your garden that receives full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day) and has well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Avoid planting cabbage in areas where brassicas (cabbage family plants) were grown the previous year to minimize disease.

•Prepare the Soil: Cabbage prefers fertile, moisture-retentive soil with plenty of organic matter. Work the soil to a depth of 12-18 inches, incorporating compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil structure and fertility. Remove any weeds, rocks, or debris from the planting area.

•Planting Seeds or Seedlings:Seeds: Sow cabbage seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep in rows spaced 12-24 inches apart. Once seedlings emerge, thin them to stand 12-24 inches apart, depending on the variety.Seedlings: If using seedlings, transplant them into the garden once they have 3-4 true leaves. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of the seedling and plant it at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space seedlings 12-24 inches apart in rows.

•Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply and evenly, providing about 1-1.5 inches of water per week, either through rainfall or irrigation. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.

•Fertilization: Cabbage is a heavy feeder and benefits from regular fertilization. Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost tea every 3-4 weeks throughout the growing season, following the package instructions.

•Mulching: Mulch around cabbage plants to conserve soil moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Use organic mulch like straw, shredded leaves, or grass clippings, and apply a layer 2-3 inches thick, leaving a few inches of space around the stems.

•Pest and Disease Control: Monitor cabbage plants regularly for common pests such as cabbage worms, aphids, and flea beetles. Handpick caterpillars or use organic insecticidal soap or BT (Bacillus thuringiensis) if infestations are severe. Prevent fungal diseases like clubroot and black rot by practicing crop rotation and providing good air circulation.

•Harvesting: Cabbage heads are ready for harvest when they feel firm and solid to the touch. Use a sharp knife to cut the heads from the stem, leaving a few outer leaves attached. Harvest cabbage in the morning when temperatures are cooler for the best flavor and texture.