🍃 Savoy cabbage “Vertus” is the most cold-hardy of all cabbage varieties, with thin, ruffled, and blistered leaves prized for their delicate flavor. Heads are medium green, large, and firm, averaging 4–6 lbs (1.8–2.7 kg), making them perfect for stuffing, braising, soups, winter salads, and slaws. This variety tolerates frost and snow exceptionally well, though it prefers well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging. Protect young plants from slugs during wet weather using patrols, copper edging, or organic bait.
🌿 Sowing Calendar:
| Stage | Month (Northern Hemisphere) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor sowing | Feb – Apr | For early summer harvest |
| Outdoor sowing/transplant | Apr – Jun | After the last frost |
| Winter harvest sowing | 6+ weeks before first hard frost | Start indoors for a cold-weather crop |
| Harvest | Jun – Dec | When heads are firm and medium green |
🌿 Cultivation & Sowing Instructions
1️⃣ Seed Prep & Germination
Depth: 0.5–1 cm (0.2–0.4 in), lightly press soil.
Light: Seeds require light for best germination 🌞.
Temperature: 10–20°C (50–68°F); optimal growth 15–20°C (59–68°F).
Moisture: Keep evenly moist 💧; avoid waterlogging.
Germination Time: 7–14 days.
2️⃣ Sowing Trays / Flats
Use seed starting mix, coir, or sand/perlite mix.
Sow seeds thinly, 2–3 cm (1 in) apart. Cover lightly.
Water gently using a spray bottle.
3️⃣ Thinning Seedlings
Thin when seedlings have 2–3 true leaves to 5 cm (2 in) apart.
4️⃣ Hardening Off 🌬️
Gradually expose seedlings to outdoor conditions 1–2 weeks prior to transplant. Start with 1–2 hours/day in shade, gradually increasing to full sun.
5️⃣ Outdoor Transplanting 🌱
Spacing: 45–60 cm (18–24 in) between plants; 60–75 cm (24–30 in) between rows.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained, pH 6.0–7.5.
Add compost or balanced fertilizer at planting for best results.
6️⃣ Care & Maintenance 🌾
Fertilize with nitrogen-rich feed during leaf growth 🌿.
Mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature 🌱.
Protect against pests: slugs 🐌, cabbage worms 🐛, aphids 🐜. Use organic treatments or row covers.
Remove lower leaves to improve airflow if needed.
7️⃣ Frost Protection ❄️
Extra cold-hardy; withstands frost and snow. Avoid waterlogged soil in wet winters.
🌾 Harvest & Usage
Timing: When heads are firm, medium green, 4–6 lbs (1.8–2.7 kg).
Usage: Stuffed cabbage, braised, soups, winter salads, and slaws 🥗.
Storage: Keeps in cool storage for several weeks; flavor improves after frost.
🌐 References & Further Reading
📖 Wikipedia – Savoy Cabbage
🛒 Exotic Seeds Store
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