Cabbage : Spring: Hero F1 Hybrid

• Crops in : April and May

Description

The first introduction of 'semi round' ballhead spring Cabbage. Cabbage Spring Hero has good frost hardiness and forms solid heads from late April through to May which remain solid over several weeks. Can also be sown in spring for summer maturity.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds in August. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 23cm (9in) apart in soil raked to a fine tilth and which contains plenty of compost or manure. It may also be beneficial to rake in 100g/sq.m (3oz/sq yd) of a balanced fertiliser.

Growing Instructions

Transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle, about 5 weeks from sowing, spacing by 30-38cm (12-15in) each way or at 10cm (4in) apart for 'spring greens'.

Aftercare

Water regularly, especially in dry periods. Hoe between plants as required.

To avoid danger of clubroot, grow your brassicas (cabbages, sprouts, cauliflowers, etc) on a different site each year.

Kitchen Notes

Succulent and tasty, when steamed. This crisp cabbage is also ideal for coleslaws.