& Cabbage April 1 Seed Packet

This variety of Cabbage can withstand the tendency to bolt which is known to plague other varieties of autumn-sown cabbages. This is a great variety when space is low in the garden as these can be sown in rows as close as 20cm (10”) apart. When grown alongside Nasturtiums to draw away cabbage butterflies, and mint will help deter flea beetles. Sow spring cabbage indoors seed from March to May for Summer harvesting or July to August to overwinter for a spring harvest. Alternatively direct sow outdoors into a well prepared seedbed, for transplanting to their final positions later on. Sow at a depth of 13mm (1/2") and distance of 23cm (9") between rows. Indoors, sow seed at a depth of 12mm (1/2") in trays of free-draining, seed sowing compost and cover with a layer of vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a plastic bag at a temperature of 20-25C (68-77F) until germination which takes 4 -7 days. Once germinated, grow Cabbage plants on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and plants are large enough to be transplanted with 2-3 true leaves.Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting cabbage in moist, rich, well-drained soil in full sun. A fertile soil is essential as cabbages require high levels of nitrogen. Product Specifications: Hardy Annual . Position: full sun . Height : 30cm (12in) . Spread: 40cm (16in) Supplied as Cabbage ‘April 1 packet (450 seeds) Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Unlike other Cabbage varieties, ‘April’ can withstand the tendency to bolt which is known to plague other varieties of autumn-sown cabbages A great variety when space is low, as these can be sown in rows as close as 20cm (10”) apart Grow alongside Nasturtiums to draw away cabbage butterflies, and mint will help deter flea beetles Cabbage ‘April' is supplied as 1 Packet of 450 Seeds Specifications: Model Number: 23628