Red Cabbage

Crisp, crimson heads for slaws, braising and pickling — colourful, hardy and excellent for storage.

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Red cabbage seeds — crisp, crimson heads

Red cabbage brings colour and crunch to the plot — dense crimson heads that are superb raw in slaws, slow-braised, or pickled, and that store well into winter. Part of the cabbage family (Brassica oleracea), it sits in our cabbage range. New to growing? Our vegetable growing guide covers the basics.

Sow in spring for summer-to-autumn heads — the calendar shows when.

Colour, crunch and storage

Grow it for vivid slaws, braises and pickles — firm autumn heads keep for weeks. It grows just like our white and savoy cabbages within the wider cabbage family.

Growing firm heads

Sow in spring, transplant into firm, fertile, limed soil and plant firmly, keeping plants watered. Net against caterpillars and pigeons. See all vegetable seeds.

Building a colourful cabbage patch for slaws and storage? Explore the wider range.

Related categories: Cabbage Family · White Cabbage · Savoy Cabbage · Brassica oleracea · All Vegetables

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Frequently Asked Questions

When do I sow red cabbage?
In spring, transplanting young plants into firm, fertile soil to heart up over summer and autumn.

Does it store well?
Yes — firm autumn heads keep for weeks in a cool place and are excellent for pickling.

How do I get firm heads?
Plant firmly into well-firmed ground, keep watered, and don't overfeed with nitrogen.

Any pests to watch?
Net against cabbage white caterpillars and pigeons, the main brassica pests.