Crop Rotation Group
Brassicas (Cabbage family) ●
Soil
Rich, well drained, with plenty of compost added.
Position
Full sun or partial afternoon shade.
Frost tolerant
Yes, survives mild frosts, can protect with straw or frost protection cloth.
Feeding
Can apply weekly liquid feed in summer if necessary.
Spacing
Single Plants: 90cm (2' 11") each way (minimum)
Rows: 90cm (2' 11") with 90cm (2' 11") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Best raised from buying or splitting off shoots which arise from the roots of mature plants.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
Need plenty of water so they benefit from having a layer of mulch such as well rotted compost around them to retain moisture.
Harvesting
Use a sharp knife to cut the heads (flower buds) with 2 inches of stem attached while they are still closed or justly slightly opening.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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