Quantity
About 100 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Brassicaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
The organic 'Milan de Pontoise' red cabbage is an old variety full of character, appreciated for its thick, crinkled foliage that becomes beautifully nuanced as temperatures cool. As the season progresses, Brassica oleracea var. capitata reveals its full beauty, transitioning from an elegant glaucous green to violet and wine-red hues that brighten the autumn vegetable patch. Its dense head and textured foliage give it a strong ornamental presence, while promising tasty and nutritious harvests. In the kitchen, its sweet, slightly nutty flavor lends itself equally well to salads, stir-fries, soups, and stews. Robust and reliable, it tolerates cool conditions well, making it an excellent choice for extending garden interest late into the season. Grown in rich, well-drained soil, in a sunny location, it develops good vigor and a well-formed head. Its hardiness and nutritional richness make it a valuable ally for family vegetable gardens keen to combine abundance and quality. It is a cabbage that is both decorative, nourishing, and sturdy, perfect for bringing color, texture, and depth to autumn harvests.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
1 cm (0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Rich and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom period2nd-year summer
Harvest60 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCarrots, leeks, beetroot
Avoid planting withStrawberries, potatoes
Salad, stir-fry, soup, stew, edible garden
