Kale 'Melissa Yr'
description
Savoy cabbage 'Melissa YR' F1 (Brassica oleracea var. sabauda), offered by the seed company WH Perron
The Savoy cabbage 'Melissa YR' F1 is a vigorous and uniform hybrid variety, distinguished by its beautiful , tightly packed, dark green , round heads. The heads, weighing between 1 and 1.5 kg , have the typical crinkled leaves of Savoy cabbage , which are both decorative and tender. The texture is pleasant and the flavor mild and slightly sweet , perfect for a wide variety of culinary preparations.
Reliable and productive, 'Melissa YR' F1 offers consistent growth and is well-suited to summer and early autumn crops. It is ideal for both home vegetable gardens and more structured gardens, with harvests extending from late July until autumn , depending on the sowing date. Its good field performance allows you to wait for the perfect harvest time.
Latin name: Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
Maturity: Annual
Type: Savoy cabbage
Maturity after sowing: Approximately 75 days
Weight of the apples: 1 to 1.5 kg
Apple shape: Round
Color: Dark Green
Quantity per packet: Approximately 50 seeds
Formulation: Treated
Uses: Fresh consumption, cooking
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
Cultivation method:
Sow 'Melissa YR' F1 cabbage indoors approximately 6 weeks before the last expected frost . Sow the seeds about 1.5 cm deep , cover with fine soil, and water lightly . When the seedlings have 3 to 4 leaves , thin them out, keeping only the strongest plants.
Transplant into the garden in fresh, deep, moist, and rich soil that has been previously amended with compost and a natural fertilizer . Plant the seedlings about 10 cm deep on small mounds spaced 50 cm apart, with rows 40 to 80 cm apart depending on the available space. Full sun is ideal, but this cabbage also tolerates light partial shade .
Growing tips:
Keep the soil consistently moist , but not waterlogged. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. As with all brassicas, crop rotation is strongly recommended to reduce the risk of disease.
Harvest :
Harvest when the center of the apple has reached the size of a large, curly apple , firm to the touch. Depending on the sowing date, harvesting takes place from the end of July until November . Cut the apple at the base with a clean knife.
Uniform, tasty and reliable!
With its well-formed heads, mild flavor, and ease of cultivation, the 'Melissa YR' F1 Savoy cabbage is an excellent choice for consistent, high-quality harvests. A robust and elegant cabbage, it brings texture and richness to both the vegetable garden and the table.
