Red Cabbage - Langedijker Dauer 2 - Versatile kitchen staple - Fresh Seeds
The red cabbage Langedijker Dauer 2 is a late, exceptionally prolific variety that will appeal to both experienced gardeners and those just starting their adventure with vegetable growing. It produces large, spherical heads with a delightful, intense red-violet colour. Their fleshy, crisp leaves have an exceptionally compact structure and do not crack even during long-term storage. This variety is synonymous with reliability, yielding high, stable crops and performing well in both home gardens and commercial cultivation. Its taste is deep, slightly sweet, and distinct, making it perfect for boiled and stewed dishes, casseroles, and salads, as well as a main ingredient in delicious pickles. Thanks to the content of vitamins C, K, the B group, and numerous microelements and antioxidants, this cabbage constitutes a wholesome, healthy addition to the daily diet.
Sowing depth
Sow seeds at a depth of 0.5-1 cm. This is the optimal value that ensures even and quick emergence. It is worth remembering to keep the soil slightly moist and loosened so that young seedlings have the best start.
Sowing time into the ground
The best time for sowing directly into the ground is April or May, when the soil is sufficiently warmed. Early sowing allows for obtaining strong seedlings before the arrival of summer.
Sowing time under covers
Sow seeds under covers in April or May. This allows you to obtain healthy, strong seedlings ready for transplanting to a permanent site after frosts have subsided. This is an excellent solution if you care about accelerating the harvest and ensuring even plant growth.
Planting time
Seedlings are planted in the ground in June when the plants have 3-4 well-developed leaves. It is worth choosing a cloudy day or evening so that the seedlings take better. This variety has a strong root system and quickly establishes itself in a new place.
Spacing
When planting, maintain a spacing of 50-60 cm between plants and about 50 cm between rows. Such space allows the heads to develop freely, ensures good air circulation, and facilitates care. Thanks to this, you will gain large, compact heads weighing 2-4 kg.
Harvest time
Harvests fall from August to October. During this time, the heads reach full colour and ideal hardness. The Langedijker Dauer 2 variety is characterised by excellent durability; it does not lose freshness or crunchiness for many weeks after harvesting, making it ideal for storage in cool rooms.
Cultivation
Cabbage grows best in fertile soils rich in humus that maintain constant moisture. It is worth enriching the substrate with well-decomposed compost or organic fertiliser before planting. The plant prefers sunny or semi-shaded positions. Regular watering and weeding favour even growth. This variety forms large, compactly formed heads that retain freshness even after long storage. In the kitchen, you will appreciate its flexible leaves and intense colour, which is ideal for preserves and dishes with a unique presentation.
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Packet content
The package contains 2 g of seeds. You will find information regarding cultivation rules and the sowing use-by date on the packaging.
