Description
Cabbage Caraflex F1 is a fast growing sweetheart or 'Hispi' cabbage.
Hispi cabbage is a sweeter, pointy shaped, green cabbage also known as hearted or sweetheart cabbage. The plant has a large pointed head, grow up to 40cm tall and spread up to 50cm wide. They are a fast growing veg and versatile for sowing (Jan to June) and harvesting (June to September).
| When to sow | Sow successionally from January to June. Early sowings should be under a cloche, in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse. |
| Where to Sow | Sow seed thinly in a prepared seed bed in shallow drills 1.5cm (3/4") deep. Keep well watered. Once the seeds have germinated, thin the seedlings to 8cm (3in) between each plant ensuring they are planted firmly and deep to anchor them in the soil. |
| What to do Next | When the seedlings are between 6 and 8cm high ( 2.5 to 3in) high they are ready for transplanting to their final growing site. Water well the day before transplanting. |
| Harvest | June to October. |
| Handy Tips | Cover young plants with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Place a collar around the stem of each plant to prevent cabbage root fly attacks. |
| Companion Planting | Mint: Useful against Cabbage White Butterflies, Aphids and Flea Beetles, Thyme: To ward off Cabbage worm. Also useful: Sage, Oregano, and Nasturtium. |
| Nutritional Information | Excellent source of vitamins A, C and B, Iron and Potassium. The darkest leaves contain the most nutrients. Low in calories! |
| Serving Suggestion | The use for the mature cabbages are endless - a few suggestions would be to use them in coleslaw, a stir fry, spring rolls ,soups and stews however Hispi cabbage is also excellent cut from whole into quarters and roasted with a myriad of your favourite flavourings! |
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