Cabbage : Savoy Melissa F1

Vegetable

• Crops in : 180 Days

Description

An attractive new Savoy with neatly compact shape. Savoy Cabbage Melissa is a late summer/early autumn maturing variety of sweet taste also stands well in good condition through the autumn. Shredded adds texture to mixed salads, stir-fries, or use as a steamed vegetable.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds mid April to May thinly in a prepared seedbed, 12mm (½ inch) deep, in rows 30cm (12 inches) apart. Keep well watered and cover with fine netting to deter birds and cabbage caterpillar attack.

Growing Instructions

Transplant when large enough to handle into well prepared, firm soil allowing 50x50cm (20x20 inches) between plants. Plant firmly with lower leaves just above soil level. Water well until established.

Aftercare

Prefers an open site on fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest late August to October. Good standing qualities into autumn.

Nutritional Information

Eaten raw or cooked, cabbages are an excellent source of Vitamin C. Try to use all healthy outer leaves, as the darkest green leaves contain the most nutrients.