Cabbage Rococo Enriched F1

Description

Cabbage Rococo Enriched F1

Cabbage Rococo Enriched F1 The exceptional hybrid variety  has a lovely, sweet taste and an incredible disease resistance. Its sturdy compact heads are a vibrant green with crisp texture. They have three polytunnel test sites, and the variety performs well in all of them as it requires very few heat units to grow which allows you a good margin if things get hot later on. Perfect for UK conditions-and therefore popular with both home gardeners and commercial growers too! This refreshing mid-sized cabbage is great for sauerkraut, coleslaw and other culinary uses.

Cultivation Advice for Cabbage Rococo Enriched F1

• Below is a summary in bullet points for growing Rococo Enriched F1 cabbage:
• Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outdoors in well-drained soil and full sun.
• These are a full sun loving plant that prefers rich soil with good drainage and approach 6.0 to 7.
• Planting Distance and Space: Plant seeds ½ inch deep; plants should be spaced at least 12-18 inches apart.
• Water body: soil, keep the potting medium consistently moist watering- water deeply but infrequently to promote deep roots.
• Mulching-add a layer of mulch that will help to retain moisture, suppress weeds and maintain soil temperature.
• Fertilizing: Work in compost or a balanced fertilizer before you plant; side-dress as the plants develop with one high-in-nitrogener fertilizers.
• Pest Protection: Provide netting or row covers to protect from cabbage worms; check plants regularly for pests and disease.
• Harvest: Harvest by cutting heads from the base when they are firm and approximately 6-8 inches in diameter; store them in a cool, moist area.
• Companion Planting: Pot Marigold, Onions, Garlic and Herbs to deter pests & aid growth.
• Planting successively: For continuous harvest, consider planting every few weeks; plant for a late-season crop in autumn.
• In the Kitchen: Adds flavor and crunch to stir-fries, salads, or soups; use as a side dish with grilled meat or poultry.
• Temperature notes: Enjoys cool conditions; shade in hot spells to avoid stress and subsequent bolting, rows covered with micromesh or similar covers early spring for better establishment of plants in cold westher.
• If we keep the plants from becoming too crowded, we will reduce diseases also… so transplanting and thinning are important as is proper spacing for air flow.
• Mulch & Water: Mulch to hold in moisture; water regularly during dry spells.
• Watering: Allow soil to dry between watering and fertilize liberally with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer for rapid growth.
• Head support: to give heavy heads a head so as to stop them from splitting/breaking
• Pest Control – Monitor for pests: aphids, flea beetles (you might see small round holes in your leaves), and caterpillars; treat with organic methods if necessary.
• Clean the Garden: Promptly remove any garden debris following harvest time to prevent diseases and keep things clean.
• Recipe Ideas – Try your hands on various recipes to relish the taste and texture of Rococo Enriched F1 cabbages.
• Observing: watch the plants grow on an ongoing basis and modify care routines to ensure they thrive until you can harvest them.