Cabbage Holland Late Winter

When to Sow Holland Late Winter Seeds

April to May

Where to Sow

Sowings can be made in trays or modules under glass at 13°C. Later sowings can be made into a seed bed in shallow drills 2cm (3/4") deep in short rows.

What to do Next

As soon as glasshouse seedlings show their first pair of leaves, prick off into trays 5cm (2") apart or thin modules to one seedling per cell. Gradually harden off before planting out, spacing plants 45cm (18in) apart between plants and 45-60cm (18-24in) between the rows. Outdoor sowings should be thinned to 7-10cm (3-4in) apart, then once plants are 15cm (6in) tall, they can be lifted and transplanted to their final planting positions, spaced the same as detailed above.

Maturity

October to January

Handy Tip

To store in winter pull the whole plant and suspend by the stalk in a cool airy place and they will last for several weeks. Also good for eating raw in salads or coleslaw.

Nutritional Values

Excellent source of vitamin A, C & B. The darkest leaves contain the most nutrients.