Copenhagen Market Cabbage (120+ Seeds)

Description

The Copenhagen Market Cabbage, also known as Danish Ballhead Cabbage, originated in Denmark and gained popularity in the late 19th century. It quickly found its way to the United States and became a staple in American gardens due to its compact, round heads and excellent keeping qualities. This heirloom cabbage variety has stood the test of time, remains a favorite among gardeners for its flavor, and its reliable performance. Expect round heads that weigh 6 to 8 pounds, a plant height of 12″ to 15″, and average plant diameter of 22″. Harvest leaves starting from the outside, throughout the season. Harvest full head once mature.

Cabbage has two growing seasons in Georgia. The Spring Season, where Cabbage is started in Late Winter/Early Spring and harvested into the Late Spring and Early Summer. The Fall Season, where Cabbage is started in Summer/Late Summer and harvested into the Early Winter.

Cabbage thrives between the temperatures of 40 degrees and 75 degrees. It is frost tolerant, surviving temperatures as low as 25 degrees.

Seed Pack contains 120+ Seeds.

Copenhagen Market Cabbage is an old heirloom variety that thrives in the South! Cabbages are a great source for Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Potassium, Fiber, and much more!

Growing Recommendation:

• Start indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost.
  • Direct seeding: Early spring or late summer for a fall crop.
  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0-7.5.
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.

Growing Days (Seed to Harvest):

• The Copenhagen Market Cabbage typically takes about 85-100 days from seed to harvest.

Spacing:

• Plant seeds ½ inch deep, spaced 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.
• The mature Copenhagen Market Cabbage plant forms compact, round heads weighing 6-8 pounds on average.

Best Times to Start from Seed:

• • For an early spring harvest: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost in your region.
  • For a fall harvest: Directly sow seeds in early spring or late summer.

Sun Exposure: Full Sun (at least 6 hours of Sunlight)

Frost Tolerant?: Yes (Temperatures as low as 25 degrees)

Heirloom?: Yes

Days Until Harvest/Maturity: 80 to 100

Planting Depth: ¼” to ½”

Distance Between Rows: 2 Feet

Distance Between Plants: 18 to 24 inches

Recommended Planting Dates:

Do not feel restricted to planting exclusively within the following date ranges. These dates are only a recommendation for best results based upon our experience, research, & best practices.

North Georgia: March 1 through June 15 AND July 15 through October 31

• Suggested Spring Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): March 1 through May 1
• Suggested Fall Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): July 15 through September 5

Central Georgia: February 15 through June 10 AND August 1 through November 15

• Suggested Spring Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): February 15 through April 10
• Suggested Fall Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): August 1 through September 15

South Georgia: February 1 through June 1 AND August 15 through November 30

• Suggested Spring Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): February 1 through April 1
• Suggested Fall Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): August 15 through September 25

Coastal Georgia: January 15 through May 15 AND August 15 through December 31

• Suggested Spring Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): January 15 through March 10
• Suggested Fall Planting Window (Starting Seeds & Transplants): September 1 through October 15

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