Cabbage 'Durham Early'

Experience the robust growth of the Durham Early Cabbage, an excellent choice for your spring garden. This cone-shaped, high-yielding variety is perfect for both new and seasoned gardeners, promising fresh, crisp heads ready to enhance your meals.

Features & Benefits

• High-yield early cabbage variety
• Dual-purpose for spring greens and mature heads
• Dense, crisp, and tender texture
• Compact size ideal for small urban gardens
• Easy to grow and maintain

Growing Instructions

Sow Durham Early Cabbage seeds thinly at a depth of 2mm, spacing 30cm apart. Germination occurs within 7-14 days. Follow these steps for optimal growth:

• Planting Depth & Spacing: Sow seeds 2mm deep, 30cm apart
• Soil Preparation: Use well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist
• Thinning: Thin seedlings to desired spacing when they reach 5cm
• Protection: Use companion plants to guard against pests

Companion Planting Tips

• Nasturtiums: Repel cabbage white butterflies
• Mint: Deters flea beetles

Harvesting & Culinary Uses

Harvest spring greens from Durham Early Cabbage as tender leaves from February, or allow them to mature into dense, conical heads by early April. The cabbage offers a crisp texture and sweet flavor, perfect for fresh salads or cooked dishes.

Add the Durham Early Cabbage to your garden and enjoy a bountiful, hassle-free gardening experience. Explore our spring vegetable plants collection and cabbages to enhance your garden effortlessly.