When planting cabbage that has been purchased from a garden center to transplant into your garden, plan for at least 24 inches or 2 feet in between plants. Aim for at least 36 inches, or 3 feet in between plant rows if growing in a row setting. This will allow your cabbage to have e...
For fall plantings, start seedlings in summer about 12 to 14 weeks before the first expected frost, transplanting into the garden when plants have reached four to six weeks of age. Fall is a great time to grow cabbage, asthese cold tolerant cropstend to improve in flavor after exposure to...
No matter what you choose to grow in the garden, at some point, you will have to deal with unwanted plants, known as weeds. Lee Reich is a gardener, and he writes about gardening for The Associated Press. He says a weed is just a plant growing in the wrong place. Even a tomato ...
Seedlings and young plants can withstand a light frost. There are many varieties of cabbage from the size of a softball to others that weigh as much as 50 pounds. Some are best eaten soon after harvest, others are well-suited for months of storage and winter eating. Plant a combination ...
No matter what you choose to grow in the garden, at some point, you will have to deal with unwanted plants, known as weeds. Lee Reich is a gardener, and he writes about gardening for The Associated Press. He says a weed is just a plant growing in the wrong place. Even a tomato ...
Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest brussels sprouts in your garden. About Brussels Sprouts Named for Brussels, Belgium, where they were first cultivated in the 16th century, brussels sprouts are a vegetable that is commonly seen in the grocery store, but not-as-commonly seen in the ho...
It is best to plant directly in the garden where they will grow. Carrots started in small pots or trays can be difficult to transplant; root damage at transplanting time can cause carrots to be stunted. Sow carrot seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep about 1 inch (2.5cm) apart; in warm, dry...
Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Cabbage is a cool-season vegetable suited to both spring and fall planting. See our Cabbage Growing Guide with instructions on how to plant, grow, and harvest this hardy, leafy vegetable packed with vitamins!
Whether you grow your seedlings or purchase plants from a garden center, you should follow the same planting methods. Since this cabbage is acool weather crop, spring and fall planting is best. However, if you want to only grow the plant once per year, fall crops are typically more success...
Frequency of Application: Fertilize cauliflower plants every 2-4 weeks. Start applying fertilizer about 2-3 weeks after transplanting seedlings into the garden or when they’re about 4-6 inches tall. Method of Application: Apply the fertilizer around the base of the plant, avoiding direct contact...