Description
Copenhagen Market Cabbage Seeds 1305. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approximately 500 seeds per packet (300 seeds per gram)
A short season variety introduced in 1909, Copenhagen Market Cabbage produces solid, round-headed cabbages of superior quality. With its tender white flesh and a short stem, this variety is absolutely superb for making sauerkraut. A reliable and classic heirloom choice for the home gardener.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable, Open Pollinated
- Head Size: 2 kg, 15 cm diameter, round-headed
- Features: Short season variety; superior quality; tender white flesh; ideal for sauerkraut.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Copenhagen Market Cabbage is a short-season variety that is best started indoors to ensure a timely harvest.
Planting: Sow seed indoors in a soil-less mix 5 weeks before your last frost date. Sow seeds 6 mm deep and keep at 20°C for the 7-10 day germination period. Grow on at a slightly cooler temperature, then harden off and plant outside in late May.
Care: Space plants 45 cm apart in rows with the rows 75 cm apart.
Why Copenhagen Market Cabbage Seeds belong in Your Garden
For a dependable, high-quality cabbage harvest, the Copenhagen Market is an excellent choice. Its short maturity time makes it a great option for gardeners with a shorter growing season. The solid, uniform heads with tender white flesh are perfect for a variety of culinary uses, from fresh salads to cooking, but they are particularly well-suited for making superb sauerkraut. This long-standing heirloom proves that classic varieties remain favourites for a reason.
