Cabbage Di Verona
An heirloom savoy cabbage from Northern Italy (Verona) similar to January King with attractive lightly savoyed leaves that take on a vibrant violet tinge when exposed to colder weather. The flavour is excellent and they will stand well into winter. Best sown in Spring for late autumn / winter harvest.
Cultivation advice Cabbage Di Verona
Days to Germination: 10-15
Days To Maturity: 120
Planting Depth: 1/8″
Spacing, Row: 18 inches
Spacing, Plant: 12 inches
Light: Sunny Location
- Can be sown under cover or directly outdoors Apr – Jun. Sow 2-3 seeds together every 12 inches. Planting depth 1/8 inch.
- When seedlings are 1 inch tall thin to one plant every 12 inches.
- The soil should be firm and benefit from well-rotted organic matter, it will also benefit from being limed.
- Plant cabbage in a sunny location where no cabbage was grown the year before. Keep weed free, moist and protect against pests.
- Harvest in early / mid-winter.
