Cabbage (Autumn) Growing Guide

Brassica oleracea

Crop Rotation Group

Brassicas (Cabbage family) ●

Soil

Rich, deep soil, firm with plenty of well rotted compost dug in.

Position

Full sun.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not required if good soil.

Spacing

Single Plants: 75cm (2' 5") each way (minimum)
Rows: 60cm (1' 11") with 90cm (2' 11") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow in late winter to spring and transplant to final positions when ready.
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Notes

Surround stem with a 10cm (4 inch) mat with a slit cut into it for the stem to prevent cabbage root fly from destroying the roots. Use fine mesh or fleece over the summer to prevent butterflies laying eggs on the underside of leaves - caterpillars can destroy these plants.

Harvesting

Wait until a few light frosts have passed to harvest, because cool weather enhances the sweet flavour of cabbage.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Cabbage (Autumn)

Aphid, Cabbage

Aphids (General)

Cabbage Moth

Cabbage Root Fly

Cabbage White Butterfly

Cutworm

Diamondback Moth

Flea Beetle

Slug

Snail

Plant Diseases which Affect Cabbage (Autumn)

Brassica Alternaria Leaf Spot

Brassica Black Rot

Brassica Club Root

Brassica Downy Mildew

Cabbage Soft Rot