Cabbage Seeds
Rio Round Hybrid Cabbage is a dependable green cabbage variety prized for its uniform round heads, firm texture, and excellent garden performance. This productive hybrid forms smooth, dense, medium-sized heads surrounded by attractive blue-green wrapper leaves, making it a strong choice for home gardens, market growers, and fresh kitchen use. With its reliable maturity, good holding ability, and classic cabbage flavor, Rio Round Hybrid is well suited for slaws, cooking, fermenting, and everyday harvests.
Flavor Profile
Rio Round Hybrid Cabbage has a crisp, mildly sweet flavor with the classic fresh bite expected from quality green cabbage. The firm leaves are tender enough for fresh slaws yet sturdy enough to hold up well during cooking, braising, steaming, and fermenting.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall crops. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows spaced 24–36 inches apart. Cabbage grows best in cool weather with steady moisture and fertile soil. Keep plants growing vigorously to encourage dense, well-formed heads and reduce stress-related splitting.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest heads when they are firm, solid, and fully sized. Cut heads at the base with a sharp knife, leaving outer wrapper leaves intact for protection. Rio Round Hybrid stores well under refrigeration and can also be used for fermenting, freezing after blanching, or immediate fresh preparation.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Green |
| Days to Harvest | 70–80 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Best Season | Spring and Fall |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
Key Physical Characteristics:
Large, Dense Heads: It produces solid, round, blue-green heads that typically weigh between 6 and 10 pounds and reach 8 to 12 inches in diameter.
Texture and Flavor: The leaves are famously crisp and tender with a sweet, savory flavor profile.
Crack Resistance: The variety is noted for its ability to hold up well in the field and remain nearly 100% crack-resistant, even after heavy rains.
Culinary Uses:
Ultimate Kraut Cabbage: Due to its density and high water content, it is considered one of the best varieties for making sauerkraut and fermented foods.
Versatility: It is equally excellent for fresh uses like coleslaw and salads, as well as cooked dishes like stir-fries and soups.
Maturity: This mid-to-late season variety typically reaches maturity in 90 to 100 days.
Hardiness: It is very cold-hardy and frost-tolerant, making it an ideal choice for both spring and fall gardens. In mild climates, it can even be grown as a winter crop.
Storage: Known for its "excellent-keeping" quality, it can be stored for months in a cool cellar or refrigerator crisper without losing its flavor.
Space Efficient: Despite the large head size, the plant itself has a relatively compact frame, making it suitable for raised beds or smaller garden plots.
Katarina Hybrid Cabbage is a premium early-season green cabbage prized for its compact, dense heads, outstanding uniformity, and exceptional eating quality. Bred for dependable production and attractive market presentation, Katarina develops smooth, round heads with crisp, sweet leaves that are ideal for fresh salads, slaws, steaming, and cooking. Its vigorous growth, excellent field performance, and reliable maturity make it an excellent choice for home gardeners, market growers, and anyone seeking an early harvest of premium cabbage.
Flavor Profile
Katarina Cabbage offers a pleasantly mild, sweet flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and very little bitterness. The tender texture makes it especially appealing for fresh slaws and salads, while cooking brings out an even richer sweetness without sacrificing firmness.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 18 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Provide consistent moisture and fertile soil throughout the growing season. Cool weather encourages the sweetest flavor and the firmest heads.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm and fully developed. Cut the head at the base using a sharp knife, leaving several wrapper leaves attached to protect the head during handling. Fresh heads store well under refrigeration for several weeks and are excellent for immediate kitchen use.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Bright Green |
| Average Head Weight | 3–5 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 60–70 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Grand Vantage Hybrid Cabbage is a premium mid-season green cabbage developed to produce large, dense, high-quality heads with exceptional uniformity and outstanding field performance. Vigorous plants form attractive blue-green wrapper leaves that protect the firm, tightly packed heads from weather damage while maintaining excellent appearance for both home gardens and fresh markets. With its sweet flavor, crisp texture, excellent holding ability, and dependable yields, Grand Vantage is an outstanding all-purpose cabbage for fresh eating, cooking, storage, and processing.
Flavor Profile
Grand Vantage offers a crisp, sweet flavor with mild cabbage character and excellent texture. The tender yet sturdy leaves are ideal for fresh slaws and salads while remaining firm enough for cooking, braising, soups, cabbage rolls, and fermentation. Cool autumn weather further enhances the cabbage's natural sweetness.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Provide fertile soil, regular irrigation, and consistent fertility throughout the season. Steady growth encourages firm heads with excellent size, quality, and resistance to splitting.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest heads when they are firm, heavy, and fully developed by cutting at the base with a sharp knife. Leave several wrapper leaves attached to help protect the head during storage. Grand Vantage stores exceptionally well under refrigeration or in cool, humid root cellar conditions, making it an excellent variety for extended winter use.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Blue-Green |
| Average Head Weight | 5–8 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 75–85 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
K-K Cross Hybrid Cabbage is a legendary giant cabbage renowned for producing enormous, dense heads with surprisingly tender texture and outstanding flavor. Originally developed in Japan and later embraced by gardeners worldwide, this premium hybrid combines vigorous growth with exceptional uniformity, making it one of the finest varieties for gardeners seeking truly impressive harvests. Despite its remarkable size, K-K Cross maintains excellent sweetness and crisp texture, making it ideal for fresh use, cooking, sauerkraut, and winter storage.
Flavor Profile
K-K Cross offers a mild, sweet cabbage flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and very little bitterness. The tightly packed heads remain tender despite their impressive size, making them equally suitable for fresh salads, slaws, steaming, braising, soups, and fermentation. Cool autumn weather further enhances the cabbage's natural sweetness.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 24–30 inches apart to provide room for the massive heads to develop. Rich soil, steady moisture, and regular fertilization are essential for maximum size and quality. Avoid allowing plants to become stressed during head formation to encourage full development and reduce the risk of splitting.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become exceptionally firm and fully developed. Cut the head at the base using a sharp knife, leaving several wrapper leaves attached for protection. K-K Cross stores very well under refrigeration or in cool, humid storage conditions, making it an excellent choice for extended winter use.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round to Slightly Flattened |
| Head Color | Bright Green |
| Average Head Weight | 10–15 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 80–90 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
OS Cross Hybrid Cabbage is a world-famous giant cabbage variety developed for gardeners who want truly extraordinary harvests. Known for producing enormous, dense heads that commonly reach 20 to 30 pounds—and occasionally much larger under ideal conditions—OS Cross combines remarkable size with surprisingly sweet flavor and excellent texture. Despite its giant stature, the heads remain tightly packed and tender, making this hybrid an outstanding choice for fresh eating, sauerkraut, cooking, winter storage, and exhibition gardening.
Flavor Profile
Despite its enormous size, OS Cross produces remarkably sweet, mild cabbage with crisp, juicy leaves and very little bitterness. The tightly packed heads maintain excellent tenderness, making them perfect for fresh slaws, soups, cabbage rolls, and fermentation. Cool autumn weather enhances the sweetness even further.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 30–36 inches apart to provide adequate room for the massive heads. Rich soil amended with compost, consistent irrigation, and regular feeding are essential for achieving maximum size. Steady growth throughout the season encourages dense, solid heads with outstanding quality.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become extremely firm and fully developed by cutting at the base with a sharp knife. Leave several outer wrapper leaves attached for protection during storage. OS Cross stores exceptionally well in cool, humid conditions and is ideal for preserving through fermentation or freezing after blanching.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round to Slightly Flattened |
| Head Color | Bright Green |
| Average Head Weight | 20–30 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 85–95 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
Red Acre Cabbage is one of the finest heirloom red cabbage varieties ever introduced, treasured for its beautiful deep purple-red heads, compact growth, dependable yields, and outstanding flavor. First introduced in Denmark during the early twentieth century, this classic variety quickly became a favorite among home gardeners for its early maturity and exceptional quality. Its firm, densely packed heads are rich in color, crisp in texture, and naturally sweet, making Red Acre an excellent choice for fresh salads, slaws, cooking, pickling, and long-term storage.
Flavor Profile
Red Acre offers a mild, slightly sweet flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and very little bitterness. Fresh leaves have excellent crunch for salads and slaws, while cooking softens the texture and enhances the natural sweetness without losing the cabbage's distinctive character.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall harvests. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Maintain consistent soil moisture and provide fertile soil rich in organic matter. Cool weather promotes the richest color, firmest heads, and sweetest flavor.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm and fully developed. Cut at the base with a sharp knife, leaving several wrapper leaves attached for protection. Red Acre stores exceptionally well under refrigeration or in cool, humid root cellar conditions, maintaining both flavor and color for several months.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Deep Purple-Red |
| Average Head Weight | 3–5 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 75–90 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Xtreme Vantage F1 Cabbage is a premium main-season hybrid developed for exceptional uniformity, outstanding disease resistance, and high-quality harvests. Producing beautiful blue-green, round heads with dense white interiors, this versatile cabbage is equally at home in fresh markets, home gardens, and processing applications. Its vigorous plants develop firm 5 to 6-pound heads with short cores, excellent field holding ability, and impressive resistance to common cabbage diseases, making Xtreme Vantage one of the finest all-around green cabbage hybrids available today. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Flavor Profile
Xtreme Vantage offers a crisp, mildly sweet cabbage flavor with excellent texture and very little bitterness. The firm, juicy leaves shred beautifully for fresh coleslaw while remaining tender enough for steaming, braising, soups, cabbage rolls, and fermentation. Cool fall weather further enhances its natural sweetness.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall crops. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Maintain consistent moisture and fertility throughout the growing season to encourage rapid, uninterrupted growth. Xtreme Vantage performs exceptionally well in both spring and fall plantings and exhibits strong tolerance to tip burn, high resistance to Fusarium Yellows, and intermediate resistance to Black Rot. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm, heavy, and fully developed. Cut the head cleanly at the base while leaving several wrapper leaves attached for protection. The dense heads store well under refrigeration or in cool, humid storage and maintain excellent quality after harvest. Its strong field-holding ability also provides flexibility in harvest timing.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Blue-Green |
| Average Head Weight | 5–6 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | Approximately 80 Days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Blue Vantage F1 Cabbage is a premium mid-season hybrid that has earned an outstanding reputation for producing beautiful blue-green heads with exceptional uniformity, excellent field holding ability, and outstanding garden performance. Its dense, crisp interior, short core, and attractive wrapper leaves make it an excellent choice for home gardens, fresh-market production, and coleslaw processing. With dependable yields, strong disease resistance, and impressive tolerance to varying weather conditions, Blue Vantage remains one of the finest all-purpose green cabbages available. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Flavor Profile
Blue Vantage offers a crisp, mildly sweet cabbage flavor with tender, juicy leaves and very little bitterness. The dense texture makes it ideal for fresh coleslaw while remaining equally excellent for steaming, stir-frying, braising, soups, cabbage rolls, and fermentation.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Maintain consistent soil moisture and fertility throughout the growing season for maximum head development. Blue Vantage is highly tolerant of excess moisture, holds exceptionally well in the field, and exhibits strong resistance to Fusarium Yellows along with excellent tolerance to tip burn.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm, dense, and fully developed. Cut at the base with a sharp knife, leaving several wrapper leaves attached for protection. Blue Vantage stores well under refrigeration or in cool, humid storage conditions and maintains excellent quality after harvest thanks to its dense interior and good field holding ability.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Round |
| Head Color | Blue-Green |
| Average Head Weight | 3–4 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | Approximately 80 Days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Tropic Giant F1 Cabbage is an extraordinary hybrid developed for gardeners who want massive harvests without sacrificing flavor or reliability. Producing enormous flat, mid-green heads that commonly weigh 10 to 12 pounds—and can grow even larger under ideal conditions—this vigorous variety combines exceptional size with excellent heat tolerance and dependable field performance. Unlike many giant cabbages, Tropic Giant maintains a sweet, crisp texture while resisting splitting and performing well even in warmer growing regions, making it a favorite for home gardens, fresh markets, and exhibition growers alike.
Flavor Profile
Tropic Giant offers a mild, pleasantly sweet flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and excellent texture. Despite its enormous size, the heads remain tender and flavorful, making them ideal for fresh coleslaw, cooking, soups, and fermentation. Cool autumn temperatures further enhance its natural sweetness.
Growing Information
Start seeds indoors 5 to 7 weeks before transplanting or sow directly for fall production. Space plants 30–36 inches apart to allow room for the enormous heads to develop. Rich soil, generous compost, regular fertilization, and consistent moisture are essential for achieving maximum size. Tropic Giant exhibits excellent heat tolerance, slow bursting, and strong resistance to cracking, making it especially valuable in regions with warm growing seasons. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm, dense, and fully developed by cutting at the base with a sharp knife. Leave several wrapper leaves attached to protect the head during handling and storage. The large heads keep well under refrigeration or in cool, humid storage and are excellent for preserving through fermentation or freezing after blanching.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Flattened Round |
| Head Color | Mid Green |
| Average Head Weight | 10–12 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | Approximately 80 Days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
Blues F1 Chinese Cabbage is a premium Napa-type hybrid prized for its beautiful barrel-shaped heads, crisp texture, and exceptional eating quality. This vigorous variety produces dense, well-filled heads with broad pale-green leaves, bright white ribs, and an attractive, uniform appearance that is equally suited for home gardens and fresh-market production. With excellent disease resistance, dependable yields, and outstanding flavor, Blues F1 is an excellent choice for fresh salads, stir-fries, kimchi, soups, and numerous Asian-inspired dishes.
Flavor Profile
Blues F1 has a mild, sweet flavor with crisp, juicy leaves and tender white ribs. Unlike traditional round cabbage, Chinese cabbage has a more delicate texture and subtle sweetness that shines in fresh salads while remaining firm during cooking. The leaves absorb seasonings beautifully, making them ideal for stir-fries and fermented dishes.
Growing Information
Direct sow or transplant into fertile soil during cool weather. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season to encourage rapid growth and tightly packed heads. Chinese cabbage performs best in spring and especially fall gardens, where cool temperatures produce the sweetest flavor and highest quality heads.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become firm, solid, and fully developed. Cut the entire head at soil level using a sharp knife. Store under refrigeration for up to several weeks, or use immediately for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, and homemade kimchi. The crisp texture also makes it excellent for short-term cold storage.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Barrel-shaped |
| Head Color | Pale Green with White Ribs |
| Average Head Weight | 3–5 Pounds |
| Days to Harvest | 65–75 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Michihili Chinese Cabbage is a classic Napa-type heirloom prized for its tall, cylindrical heads, crisp white ribs, tender green leaves, and mild, sweet flavor. Long popular in Asian cuisine and home gardens, this dependable variety produces upright heads that are excellent for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, steaming, and traditional fermented dishes such as kimchi. Its distinctive elongated shape and crisp texture make Michihili one of the best-known and most widely grown Chinese cabbage varieties.
Flavor Profile
Michihili has a mild, sweet cabbage flavor with tender leafy tops and crisp, juicy white ribs. The texture is lighter and more delicate than round cabbage, making it excellent both raw and cooked. The leaves readily absorb sauces, broths, and seasonings without becoming heavy.
Growing Information
Sow seeds directly outdoors or start transplants for spring and fall crops. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Chinese cabbage grows best in cool weather with steady moisture and fertile soil. Avoid heat stress, drought, or delayed transplanting, as these conditions may encourage bolting before heads form properly.
Harvest & Storage
Harvest when heads become tall, firm, and well filled. Cut at soil level with a sharp knife, removing any damaged outer leaves. Fresh heads store well under refrigeration for several weeks and are best used while crisp and juicy. For kimchi or fermentation, harvest heads at full size for maximum leaf and rib quality.
Quick Facts
| Botanical Name | Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis |
| Plant Type | Cool-season annual |
| Head Shape | Tall Cylindrical Napa Type |
| Head Color | Pale Green with White Ribs |
| Days to Harvest | 70–80 days |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Light Shade |
| Best Season | Spring and Fall |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
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