Cabbage in Zone 8a
Brassica oleracea
| Start indoors | Feb 11–Feb 18 |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Mar 11–Mar 18 |
| Estimated harvest | ~70 days after transplanting |
Spacing: 1 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Onion — Onion scent confuses cabbage moths.
Where to buy cabbage seeds
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See it growing
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