Cabbage Copenhagen Market Vegetable Seeds

CABBAGE ‘Copenhagen Market’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea

• Classic heirloom cabbage known for sweet, tender leaves and compact round heads.
• Produces firm, dense heads weighing 1.5–2.5 kg—ideal for cooking, coleslaw, and fermentation.
• Great keeper with excellent storage qualities—perfect for winter use.
• Hardy and disease-resistant, especially suited to cooler NZ climates.
• Performs well in garden beds or raised beds with fertile, well-drained soil.
• Simple to grow and highly productive—great for home gardeners across NZ.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Annual leafy vegetable
• Plant Height: 30–45 cm

Sowing Information:

• Germination: 7–14 days
• Depth: 1–2 cm deep
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Sow Where: Direct in garden beds or in trays for transplanting
• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil (pH 6–7); enrich with compost
• Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants, rows 60–75 cm apart

Growing Tips:

• Keep soil evenly moist for tender, uniform head development.
• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilise lightly with a balanced organic fertiliser during the growing period.

Harvest:

70–90 days after sowing. Harvest when heads are tight and fully formed.

When to Sow Cabbage ‘Copenhagen Market’ in Your NZ Region