Red Acre Cabbage Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

storage, and resistance to splitting. It's one of the most dependable red cabbages for home gardens. Who it's for Perfect for gardeners who want a colorful, long-storing red cabbage for slaws, pickling, and cooking. How & when to plant Start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last spring frost, or direct sow in midsummer for a fall crop. Sow seeds 1/4–1/2 inch deep and space plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Cabbage prefers cool weather and grows well in USDA zones 3–9. Even watering keeps heads from splitting. Harvest Heads are ready in about 75–85 days. Cut at the base once the head feels solid and firm; Red Acre holds well in the garden and stores well after cutting. A light frost deepens both color and sweetness. Benefits & uses Its crisp purple leaves add color and crunch to coleslaw and salads, and it holds its color well when pickled or braised. Red Acre's dense heads also store for weeks in a cool spot. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Red Acre Cabbage From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.