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Features
Family
Brassicaceae (formerly Cruciferae) Mustard or Cabbage family, includes alyssum, iberis, watercress, broccoli, turnip, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and kohlrabi.
Native
Europe
Life Cycle
Frost-tolerant biennial, grown as an annual
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
About Caraflex Cabbage Seeds
Brassica oleracea var. capitata (hybrid)
Small, light green, cone-shaped heads with thin leaves.
Planting Cabbage
Plant Spacing
A group of 2 – 3 seeds every 12" – 24"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
¼"
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | 24" – 36" |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 2 – 3 seeds every 12" – 24" |
| Thinning | When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 12" – 24" |
| Germination | 7 – 12 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date, transplanting 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. For fall crop, 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outdoors in summer. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 75°–85°F. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for a cool-season harvest. |
| Direct Sow | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date for a summer crop, or 10 to 12 weeks before your average first fall frost date for a fall crop. |
| Special Care | When transplanting seedlings from indoors, bury stem up to lowest leaves. Protect with row covers or caps in early spring if temperatures drop below 30°F. (Napa: 50°F) Add row covers at transplant to exclude common pests like cabbage moths. Row covers may remain until harvest. Mulch around plants to keep soil cool and moist. If cabbage loopers are a problem, spray with Bacillus thuringiensis (an organic bacteria that kills caterpillars). Rotate Brassica crops so they are grown in the same area only once in three years to prevent the buildup of diseases in the soil. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Harvest heads when they are well developed, firm, and solid when squeezed. Cut off heads at base with a sharp knife. Cabbages left in the ground beyond maturity are more subject to disease and splitting. Harvest in the morning if possible. If harvested in the heat, dunk in ice water to reduce "field heat" and increase storage time. Allow to drain before storing. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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12 reviews
- WillVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/9/26Perfect Little Cones
Man, these cabbages are great. I had such success with these seeds. I turned all of my cabbage heads into sauerkraut that I literally put on everything all summer last year. I'm definitely going to order more for the fall and utilize them for more fresh-eating applications like slaw and salads next summer.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests4/12/26Hey Will,
We're so thrilled to hear you had such amazing success with your Caraflex Cabbage Seeds! Those perfect little cone-shaped heads really are something special, and turning them all into sauerkraut sounds absolutely delicious - what a fantastic way to enjoy them all summer long! We love that you're planning to grow more for fall and try them fresh in slaws and salads too. Those crisp, sweet heads are going to be perfect for fresh eating applications. You're going to have such a tasty harvest! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Bethany P.CA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/15/25Love It!
This was my first time successfully growing cabbage! I'm in zone 10a and my brassicas have had a lot of pest issues (I'm now very familiar with the cabbage moth). The quick time to harvest is super helpful. The small heads are perfect. It's a size that can reasonably be eaten before it goes bad in the fridge. It's also sweet, crisp, and delicious! I'm starting seeds for this fall and I've just run out of these so I'm ordering more! This is definitely something I will be planting every year from now on!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests8/15/25Hey Bethany,
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing first-time cabbage growing success story with our Caraflex Cabbage Seeds! You've really hit on all the reasons we love Caraflex so much: that quick harvest time is such a game-changer, especially when you're dealing with pest pressure, and those perfectly-sized heads are just ideal for home gardeners. We're so excited that you've found the flavor to be sweet, crisp, and delicious too! The fact that you're already planning to make this an annual staple and ordering more seeds for fall planting just makes our day - sounds like you've found your go-to cabbage variety! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Patty P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/1/255 Stars
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- Kathleen P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1/14/255 Stars
My Botanical Interest seeds have always had excellent germination rate. Fresh seeds and quality is what I have experienced from Botanical Interest. Thank you.
- Marita W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/19/245 Stars
I gave a package of the seed to a friend/ both of us are very happy to be able to go pick a cabbage just the right size for us and our husbands. That the whole cabbage will be eaten at the meal. Thank you. We hope you keep the seed available
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate