Thompson & Morgan Cabbage Elisa F1 Hybrid 1 Seed Packet (30 Seeds), Green

Sow summer cabbage indoors seed from February to May. Alternatively direct sow outdoors from late March 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. Prepare the soil in early spring by adding plenty of well-rotted farmyard manure to the soil to improve its structure and fertility. Apply lime to acid soils to reduce the acidity and lessen the risk of clubroot. Plant cabbages at a distance of 50cm (20") apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Place a collar around the stem of each plant to prevent cabbage root fly attacks. Water the plants thoroughly after planting.Product specifications:. Position: Full Sun. Height: Up to 25cm when fully established. Spread: Up to 35cm when fully established. Supplied as 1x packet Cabbage 'Elisa' F1 Hybrid (approx. 30 seeds)Harvest period: June to OctoberDelivered with growing and care instructionsImages 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: Grow your own crops of crisp summer cabbages in the garden. Cabbage 'Elisa' produces deliciously sweet summer cabbage of exceptional quality – heads are compact, round and shiny Elisa' F1 Hybrid holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit for its garden performance, with plants standing well over a long period without splitting, with good resistance to bolting Enjoy your homegrown harvest sliced raw in salads and stir-fries or steamed and served with butter and freshly ground black pepper Supplied as 1x packet Cabbage 'Elisa' F1 Hybrid (approx. 30 seeds) Companion planting: try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles Specifications: Model Number: 37180