Cabbage Seeds - Red Express
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Fast-Growing, Vibrant Red Cabbage for Your Garden
Red Express cabbage is an early-maturing variety known for its vibrant, purple-red heads and crisp texture. Perfect for gardeners seeking a quick-growing cabbage with bold color and flavor, this variety thrives in cool climates and is ideal for fresh salads, slaws, or pickling.
Key Benefits
- Early Maturity: Reaches harvestable size in just 55-65 days, offering a fast turnaround for home gardeners.
- Vibrant Color: Produces striking purple-red heads that add color and visual appeal to your garden and dishes.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for smaller spaces, producing compact, tight heads that don’t take up too much room.
- Crisp, Sweet Flavor: Known for its crisp, sweet texture, making it perfect for fresh eating or adding to cooked meals.
- Cold-Hardy: Performs well in cooler temperatures, making it a great choice for spring or fall planting.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring or Fall Planting: Plant early spring for a summer harvest or late summer for a fall harvest.
- Timing: Start seeds 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date or sow directly outdoors once the soil temperature reaches 50°F (10°C).
Planting Details
- Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil.
- Spacing: Space plants about 12-18 inches apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
- Light: Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, provided it gets at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
- Soil: Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
Watering and Care
- Water Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost at planting, and consider side-dressing with organic fertilizer during the growing season for better growth.
- Mulching: Mulch around the base of plants to conserve moisture, control weeds, and maintain soil temperature.
- Temperature: Prefers cool temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C). Tolerates light frosts, which can even enhance the flavor.
Harvesting
- When to Harvest: Ready for harvest in about 55-65 days when the heads are firm and dense.
- How to Harvest: Cut the head off at the base with a sharp knife once it reaches full size.
- Storage: Store cabbage in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Perfect For
- Fresh Salads: The crunchy, sweet texture makes Red Express perfect for salads, slaw, or as a garnish.
- Pickling: This cabbage variety is excellent for making pickled cabbage or sauerkraut.
- Small Gardens: Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for raised beds or small-space gardening.
- Cool-Season Gardens: Performs best in cooler temperatures, making it a great choice for early spring or fall crops.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers 10-15 square feet, providing ample seeds for a productive garden.
Grow Beautiful, Fast-Maturing Red Cabbage with Red Express
Red Express cabbage is the perfect choice for gardeners looking for an early, vibrant, and flavorful cabbage. Whether you're growing in a small garden or want a quick, beautiful crop, this variety delivers great results.
Order your Red Express cabbage seeds today and bring color and flavor to your garden!
Dharaseeds
Cabbage Seeds - Red Express
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Fast-Growing, Vibrant Red Cabbage for Your Garden
Red Express cabbage is an early-maturing variety known for its vibrant, purple-red heads and crisp texture. Perfect for gardeners seeking a quick-growing cabbage with bold color and flavor, this variety thrives in cool climates and is ideal for fresh salads, slaws, or pickling.
Key Benefits
- Early Maturity: Reaches harvestable size in just 55-65 days, offering a fast turnaround for home gardeners.
- Vibrant Color: Produces striking purple-red heads that add color and visual appeal to your garden and dishes.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for smaller spaces, producing compact, tight heads that don’t take up too much room.
- Crisp, Sweet Flavor: Known for its crisp, sweet texture, making it perfect for fresh eating or adding to cooked meals.
- Cold-Hardy: Performs well in cooler temperatures, making it a great choice for spring or fall planting.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring or Fall Planting: Plant early spring for a summer harvest or late summer for a fall harvest.
- Timing: Start seeds 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date or sow directly outdoors once the soil temperature reaches 50°F (10°C).
Planting Details
- Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil.
- Spacing: Space plants about 12-18 inches apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
- Light: Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, provided it gets at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
- Soil: Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
Watering and Care
- Water Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost at planting, and consider side-dressing with organic fertilizer during the growing season for better growth.
- Mulching: Mulch around the base of plants to conserve moisture, control weeds, and maintain soil temperature.
- Temperature: Prefers cool temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C). Tolerates light frosts, which can even enhance the flavor.
Harvesting
- When to Harvest: Ready for harvest in about 55-65 days when the heads are firm and dense.
- How to Harvest: Cut the head off at the base with a sharp knife once it reaches full size.
- Storage: Store cabbage in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Perfect For
- Fresh Salads: The crunchy, sweet texture makes Red Express perfect for salads, slaw, or as a garnish.
- Pickling: This cabbage variety is excellent for making pickled cabbage or sauerkraut.
- Small Gardens: Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for raised beds or small-space gardening.
- Cool-Season Gardens: Performs best in cooler temperatures, making it a great choice for early spring or fall crops.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers 10-15 square feet, providing ample seeds for a productive garden.
Grow Beautiful, Fast-Maturing Red Cabbage with Red Express
Red Express cabbage is the perfect choice for gardeners looking for an early, vibrant, and flavorful cabbage. Whether you're growing in a small garden or want a quick, beautiful crop, this variety delivers great results.
Order your Red Express cabbage seeds today and bring color and flavor to your garden!
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.