Autumn cabbage, superceding our old favourite Minicole, ideal for close spacing. Good vigour for use on a wide range of soil types, particularly on less fertile soils. Good internal colour, dense 1kg heads can be cut and stored in November for winter use.

Sow in individual pots or a seed tray of good seed compost and cover with 6mm (in) of compost or vermiculite. Maintain at a temperature of 15C (60F) until germination which will take around 7-10 days. Alternatively, seeds can be sown thinly, 12mm (in) deep, in a prepared seedbed.

Transplant when large enough to handle, about 5 weeks from sowing, leaving 35cm (14in) between plants in each direction. Plant firmly and keep well watered until established. Use fleece to protect against caterpillars and aphids as necessary and use net during the winter to protect against pigeons.

FLOWERING;-

HARVESTING;- August; October; November