Cabbage 'Hispi Sweetheart'

Discover the delightful Sweetheart Cabbage, a perfect addition to your UK garden. Renowned for its sweet, tender leaves and compact growth, this cabbage variety is ideal for both fresh salads and light cooking, making gardening a rewarding and hassle-free experience.

Key Features

• Sweet, Tender Leaves: Enjoy a mild, sweet flavor that's perfect for a variety of culinary dishes.
• Compact Growth: Ideal for small spaces, containers, balconies, and urban gardens.
• Disease-Resistant: Robust against common cabbage pests, ensuring a healthy harvest.
• Beginner-Friendly: Easy to grow with minimal maintenance, perfect for novice gardeners.
• High Yield: Produces abundant heads, providing plentiful vegetables for your kitchen.

Growing Information

• Height: Reaches 40-50cm, making it suitable for limited garden areas.
• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to different light conditions.
• Planting Locations: Perfect for pots, raised beds, and greenhouse cultivation.
• Plant Type: Brassica oleracea, known for its versatile use in various dishes.

Care Instructions

Ensure your Sweetheart Cabbage thrives with these simple care tips:

• Soil: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist with regular watering, especially during dry spells.
• Spacing: Space plants 30cm apart to prevent overcrowding and promote healthy growth.
• Pest Management: Utilize biological controls and maintain good garden hygiene to deter pests.

Harvesting Tips

Harvest your Sweetheart Cabbage when the heads are firm and well-formed, typically 70-90 days after planting. For the best flavor and texture, pick the heads before they begin to separate.

Growing Seasons

• Spring Planting: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or direct sow after the risk of frost has passed.
• Summer Harvest: Achieve a bountiful harvest during the summer months with proper care.
• Autumn Growth: In mild climates, extend the growing season into autumn for additional yields.

Enhance your garden with our reliable Sweetheart Cabbage and enjoy the freshness straight from your garden. Explore more Cabbages & Cauliflowers or check out our Best Sellers to find the perfect plants for your space. Add Sweetheart Cabbage to your garden today and experience the joy of homegrown vegetables.