75 DAYS
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
This striking cabbage earns its place in the garden with its beautiful garnet colour and delicious flavour. Producing large, tightly packed hearts with crisp leaves, Red Jewel is a reliable choice for any vegetable garden. Whether showcased at the dinner table or harvested for delicious recipes, this cabbage is sure to impress with its vibrant hue and satisfying crunch.
Size: Mature heads weigh approximately 3 lb.
Yield: Robust plants provide significant yields suitable for both fresh use and storage.
Taste: Sweet and subtly earthy with a crisp texture, ideal for fresh salads and cooked dishes alike.
How to use: Excellent for fresh salads, slaws, and stir-fries; can also be fermented for sauerkraut.
Planting tips: Sow seeds in well-drained soil after the last frost, spacing plants 12 to 18 in. apart. Cabbage prefers full sun and rich, fertile soils.
Harvest tips: Harvest when heads are firm, typically in late summer to early fall; cut the heads at the base with a sharp knife.
