Well-Rooted Red Cabbage Live Plant

Add rich color to your cool-season garden with a well-rooted red cabbage plant. Give it a sunny spot, fertile soil, and steady moisture, and enjoy watching the leaves form a firm, colorful head for the fall harvest.

Planting & Care

• Gradually acclimate the plant to outdoor conditions before transplanting.
• Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil.
• For a fall crop, plant early enough for the cabbage to establish before cold weather arrives.
• Allow room for the plant to grow and good airflow around the leaves.
• Water consistently at the soil level to keep the soil evenly moist, not waterlogged.
• Check plants regularly for garden pests and remove damaged leaves as needed.

Harvesting

Harvest when the cabbage head feels firm and well formed. Cut through the stem just below the head with a clean, sharp garden knife, taking care around nearby plants.

Live Plant Care

Protect the plant from temperature extremes during transport. After it arrives, plant promptly, water well, and continue keeping the soil evenly moist as it settles into the garden.