500 Portuguese Cabbage Seeds - Heirloom Brassica oleracea for Garden Planting
$27.40
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500 Portuguese Cabbage Seeds - Heirloom Brassica oleracea for Garden Planting
$27.40
Portuguese Cabbage is a traditional heirloom leafy green prized for its large, tender leaves and mild, sweet flavor. This versatile cabbage is a staple in Portuguese cuisine, often used in soups, stews, and sautéed dishes. Its robust growth and cold tolerance make it an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a reliable and productive vegetable.
With 500 seeds, this bulk packet offers ample opportunity to grow a bountiful harvest or share with fellow gardening enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced grower or a beginner, Portuguese Cabbage is a rewarding addition to any vegetable garden.
Plant Features
- Heirloom variety with large, tender leaves
- Mild, sweet flavor ideal for cooking
- Cold-tolerant and suitable for extended harvest
- Versatile in the kitchen: perfect for soups, stews, and sautés
- Productive plants that can grow quite large
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
- Plant Type: Biennial grown as annual
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
- Growth Habit: Upright, forming a loose head or open plant
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11 (often grown as annual)
- Days to Maturity: Approximately 70-90 days
- Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Portuguese Cabbage seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix or well-prepared garden soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Once seedlings have two true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.
Provide regular watering and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer if needed. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut the entire head when mature. Portuguese Cabbage is relatively pest-resistant but monitor for common cabbage pests like aphids and caterpillars.
What's Included
500 Portuguese Cabbage Seeds (Brassica oleracea).