Cabbage : Jersey Wakefield (Heritage)

Vegetable

Description

Compact habit with few waste outer leaves. Firm, conical pale green, tender and flavoursome hearts which stand well through the summer. Can be planted closely so ideal for the smaller garden. Ideal for using raw in salads and coleslaw.
Help to retain bio diversity by growing these traditional varieties with the taste and garden performance well regarded by previous generations.

Sowing Instructions

Sow March to July at 4 week intervals. Sow seed thinly in well-prepared seedbed, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 23cm (9in) apart.

Growing Instructions

Plant out to 30cm (12in) apart each way when large enough to handle, about 5 weeks from sowing.

Aftercare

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

Kitchen Notes

Be creative, shredding the tender hearts for salads and stir-fries.