This a a Victorian variety that has shown strong signs of reliability over the past 100 years. Wheelers Imperial is mainly grown for spring cabbage as the plants are dwarf with dark green leafy heads. Harvest March – April onward. Has the advantage of being suitable for spring sowing too, for a leafy autumn vegetable.

Hardy Annual

Pointed type.

Pack size: 450 Seeds

Additional Details

When to Sow Wheelers Imperial Cabbage Seeds

July to August. Germination takes 7-14 days.

Where to Sow

Sow seed thinly in a prepared seed bed in shallow drills 2cm (3/4″) deep. Keep well watered.

What to do Next

Thin the seedlings as they appear to 5cm ( 2in) apart. Once seedlings are 10-15cm (4-6in) tall, transplant to their final growing site spaced 35-40cm (14-16in) apart. Always set the young plants 1.5cm (1/2in) deeper than they were in the seed bed. Keep well watered during hot dry spells.

Maturity

January to March the following year

Handy Tip

Feed plants in early spring with a high nitrogen feed to encourage growth. Pick regularly to prevent all cabbages cropping at the same time.

Nutritional Values

Excellent source of vitamin A, C & B. The darkest leaves contain the most nutrients.