Primeseedco-Cabbage Drumhead-10g

Description

Variety Overview: Primeseedco‑Cabbage Drumhead

• An open-pollinated, heirloom “drumhead” cabbage, known for its large, flattened round heads—classic cool-season brassica grown worldwide.

 Key Features

• Head Size & Shape: Large, flattened heads weighing 10–12 lb (~5–6 kg); diameter 25–30 cm (10–12″); color ranges from blue‑green to dark green.

• Maturity: Slow-growing; typically ~100 days from sowing/transplant.

• Cold Tolerance: Highly cold-hardy, suitable for cool-season plantings; tolerates frost and light freezes.

• Seasonal Adaptability: Grows well in spring, summer, or fall; versatile in different climates.

• Storage: Excellent storage capability—matures firm and keeps well post-harvest; ideal for market or home storage.

• Flavor & Use: Mild, crisp, and versatile—great for kraut, coleslaw, soups, or stir-fries.

Seed Pack Size & Density

• Typical small packet: ~70–200 seeds per pack (~0.5–4 g depending on seed count); e.g., sampler (~70 seeds) or larger (~450 seeds) packets available.

• Seeds per ounce/gram: Approximately 6,500 seeds/oz (~230 seeds/g); another source notes 220–350 seeds/g for open-pollinated drumhead types.

 Summary Table

Recommendations for Kitwe, Zambia

• Planting window: Sow in cooler months—May–July and Sept–Oct produce best head formation.

• Spacing: Transplant 30–40 cm apart; 60+ cm between rows to allow large head development.

• Nutrition & Moisture: Requires consistent fertility and regular watering to avoid splits and ensure optimal head density.

• Harvesting & Storage: Harvest when heads feel solid and wrap outer leaves; cure in shade before cool storage.

Final Thoughts

Primeseedco‑Cabbage Drumhead is ideal for growers seeking a classic, large cabbage with strong storage qualities. It performs well under Zambia’s cool-season conditions and is an excellent choice for home gardeners and market growers needing durable, high-quality heads.