Description

Red Acre Cabbage is a classic heirloom variety prized for its compact heads, vibrant deep red-purple color, and crisp texture. This early cabbage produces dense, round heads with tightly layered leaves that offer a mildly sweet flavor and excellent tenderness.

Perfect for fresh slaws, salads, pickling, and cooking, Red Acre adds beautiful color and rich flavor to a wide range of dishes. Its manageable size and reliable performance make it an excellent choice for home gardens and smaller growing spaces.

• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated annual
• Start indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow in cool weather
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Head size: 3–4 pounds
• Days to harvest: 75–90 days

Cabbage thrives in cool weather and fertile, well-drained soil. Keep soil consistently moist for steady growth and solid head formation. Harvest when heads are firm and fully developed for best flavor, texture, and storage quality.

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