Harvest cabbage from your garden at the right time with these tips.
There are several differenttypes of cabbage, and they each mature during specific seasons.
Types of Cabbage
Generally, cabbages are categorized according to when they are harvested.
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When selecting which variety to plant, think ahead to what types ofcabbage recipes you want to make.
There are several fast growing varieties that mature and can be harvested within 50 to 60 days.
Fast growing cabbage varieties include:
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Parcelcan be harvested 50 days after planting.
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Gonzalesmatures in 55 days.
You’ll get a mini cabbage that is 4-6 inches and the size of a softball.
It is crisp, delicious, and blue-green in color.
Savoy Expressis a mini savoy cabbage that is ready to be harvested around 55 days.
It’s a good choice for those gardening in short-season northern climates.
It also works well in small gardens with limited growing space.
Rubiconis a Chinese/Napa cabbage bang out that is harvested after 52 days from planting.
It can be planted in spring or fall.
It resists disease and bolting well.
Bolting triggers when a plant starts to flower in the heat.
Once a vegetable has bolted, the flavor and overall quality decline.
Simply put your head of cabbage in a zip top bag wrapped with a damp paper towel.
it’s possible for you to also store wholecabbage plantswith roots attached in a cellar.
It’s important to not cut the leaves to help the cabbage last long.
Cabbage can last for several weeks this way in the refrigerator.
As it ages, you may notice its aroma getting stronger.
Cabbage tends to take on the flavors of the ingredients you pair it with.
