Summer cabbage 'Bronco'

Summer cabbage 'Bronco' (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), offered by the seed company WH Perron

The 'Bronco' summer cabbage is a well-known, robust, and highly reliable variety , prized for its heavy, dense, and uniform heads , typically weighing 2 to 2.5 kg . Its thick, waxy green leaves provide excellent natural protection, contributing to a crisp texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor that is very pleasant in cooking. Suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners, this cabbage is distinguished by its high disease resistance , making it an easy and reliable variety to grow .

Versatile and bountiful, 'Bronco' cabbage is perfect for fresh salads , cooked dishes , and fermented preparations . Its consistent growth and good field performance allow for continuous harvests throughout the summer and early autumn.

Latin name : Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Maturity : Annual
Type : Summer cabbage
Maturity after transplantation : Approximately 75 to 80 days
Plant height : Approximately 30 to 50 cm
Spread : 45 to 60 cm
Weight of the apples : Approximately 2 to 2.5 kg
Quantity per packet : Approximately 20 seeds
Formulation : Untreated
Uses : Salads, cooked dishes, fermentation, family vegetable garden
Companion plants : Wormwood, dill, Swiss chard, borage, beetroot, chamomile, celery, celeriac, shallot, endive, bean, lettuce, marjoram, mint, onion, oregano, potato, rosemary, rocket, thyme, sage
Negative plants : Garlic, ground cherry, chives, pumpkin, squash, fennel, strawberry, savory, tomato

Farming method

Sow the seeds directly outdoors after the last frost , or start them indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost for an earlier harvest. Plant at a depth of approximately 1 cm , spacing the plants 45 to 60 cm apart and the rows 60 cm apart, to allow for good apple development.

Plant the seedlings in loose, fertile, and well-drained soil enriched with compost, and in full sun —an essential condition for obtaining well-formed buds. Maintaining consistent moisture helps prevent water stress and promotes steady growth.

Cultivation, harvesting and uses advice

Water when the top 3 to 5 cm of soil is dry, but not excessively, to maintain a crisp texture and mild flavor. Planting 'Bronco' cabbage alongside companion plants like chamomile or beetroot promotes more balanced growth and better pest resistance. Harvest when the heads are firm, compact, and at their optimal weight .

Sturdy, tasty and very reliable , the 'Bronco' summer cabbage is a sure bet in the vegetable garden , ideal for those looking for a productive, resistant and versatile variety, capable of offering generous harvests for all summer and autumn recipes.