Cabbage Seeds – Early Round Dutch

slaws, fermenting, or cooking. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Early Maturing: Harvest in just over two months — perfect for short growing seasons or early spring planting. Cold Tolerant: Thrives in cool weather and can handle light frosts, making it ideal for spring and fall crops. Compact Growth: Smaller heads on tidy plants make it a great choice for raised beds or small-space gardens. Delicious: Sweet, crisp leaves with a classic cabbage flavor — great for fresh eating or cooked dishes. Plant Characteristics Height: 12–18 inches Growth Habit: Compact rosette with a dense, rounded central head Head Type: Firm, round, pale green heads, 4–6 inches across Days to Maturity: 60–70 days Hardiness: Cool-season biennial grown as an annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild, sweet, and crunchy when raw; soft and slightly nutty when cooked Culinary Uses: Excellent for coleslaw, cabbage rolls, soups, stir-fries, and small-batch sauerkraut Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Onions, beets, celery, and chamomile Avoid Planting Near: Strawberries, tomatoes, or pole beans Bonus Benefit: Deters some pests and grows well in crop rotations with leafy greens Common Issues and Solutions Cabbage Worms: Use floating row covers or introduce beneficial insects like parasitic wasps Splitting Heads: Harvest promptly once heads feel firm to prevent cracking after heavy rains Stunted Growth: Avoid overcrowding and provide consistent water during head formation Seeds Per Packet 1g Approximately 230 5g Approximately 1,150