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Cabbage
Photo: UC, by Evett Kilmartin
UC Links
Pest management: Cabbage cultural tips, pests, and diseases
The Basics
When to plant: Transplant: February–April, August–September (maybe October)
Harvest window
- Harvest as soon as they reach maturity (the head is firm and has reached an acceptable size).
- Leaving them in the garden too long may result in bolting or split heads.
Care overview
- Similar to other cole crops such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower: make sure there is enough nitrogen for growth.
More links
- Michigan State Extension information on growing cabbage
Recommended Varieties for Santa Clara County*
| Early Jersey Wakefield, OP | Heirloom variety with 2–3 lb pointed heads that are solid, sweet, crisp and delicious. Compact plants can grow closer together. 12–15 inches tall. Plant 24–30 inches apart |
| Mammoth Red Rock, OP | Heirloom variety with crisp, deep purple-red heads, fine flavor. 5-lb heads, 8–10 inches across. 12–15 inches tall. Plant 24–30 inches apart |
| Pixie, Hybrid | Fast growing baby cabbage is just 5 inches across. Sweet and crisp. Plant 10 inches apart |
Other recommended varieties: Copenhagen Market, Earliana, Golden Acre, Ruby Ball Hybrid
* Many other varieties may also do well here in Santa Clara County. This list is based on UC Master Gardener trials, taste tests, and feedback from local growers.