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VAC122585

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Savoy Cabbage ‘Vertus 2’ (Brassica oleracea var. sabauda)
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
Type: Hardy Biennial / Cool-season Vegetable

Savoy Cabbage ‘Vertus 2’ produces beautiful, crinkled, deep green heads with a mild, sweet flavor. Perfect for winter harvests, it is ideal for steaming, stir-fries, soups, and coleslaw. Hardy and slow to bolt, this variety thrives in cooler weather and is a staple for home gardens and small-scale growers.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy biennial
Height: 40–60cm
Spread: 35–50cm
Harvest: Late summer to winter
Position: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: Feb–Apr indoors, Jul–Aug for autumn sowing
Germination: 5–10 days at 18–20°C
Transplant: 4–6 weeks after sowing, harden off before planting outdoors
Spacing: 50cm apart
Care: Keep soil moist and fertile; mulch to protect from frost and pests

Why You’ll Love It

Tender, crinkled, and flavorful leaves
Excellent winter storage and cold tolerance
Slow to bolt, ideal for extended harvest
Perfect for steaming, soups, and coleslaw

Top Tip

For best results, rotate crops to avoid soil-borne diseases. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage head growth and maintain plant health.

Perfect For

Home vegetable gardens
Winter storage and hearty meals
Fresh salads and cooked dishes
Small-scale or backyard growers

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