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Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Kalibos is a distinctive red cabbage producing beautiful pointed heads with deep burgundy-purple leaves. Combining the elegant shape of a pointed cabbage with the rich colour of a traditional red cabbage, it forms relatively small, compact heads that are particularly well suited to smaller gardens.
The crisp leaves are exceptionally sweet and tender, making Kalibos excellent finely shredded into salads and coleslaw. It is equally delicious lightly steamed, sautéed, braised, roasted or fermented, with the striking purple-red foliage adding colour to both fresh and cooked dishes.
Hardy and adaptable, Kalibos performs reliably even in relatively poor soils and challenging growing conditions, although the best heads will develop in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Its compact size allows closer spacing than many larger cabbage varieties.
Approximately 50 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 35–45 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture while heads are developing and harvest once heads are firm and well formed.
If saving seed, remember that cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis
Michihli is a traditional Chinese cabbage variety producing tall, cylindrical heads with dark green outer leaves and a beautifully blanched, pale interior. The upright heads can reach over 35 cm in height and approximately 10 cm across, creating an elegant and productive crop for the home garden.
Highly regarded for its sweet, tender flavour and crisp texture, Michihli is excellent for fresh salads, stir-fries, soups, steaming and fermenting. The tightly packed leaves remain succulent and mild, making this one of the finest Chinese cabbages for both fresh eating and cooking. Its attractive shape and excellent eating quality have made it a favourite among gardeners for generations.
Fast growing and reliable, Michihli performs best during the cooler months when it develops firm, solid heads with exceptional flavour. The well-blanched interior remains crisp and sweet with very little bitterness.
Approximately 300 seeds per gram
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: February to August
Mild climates: January to September
Cold climates: Summer and autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed 5 mm deep directly into prepared garden beds or raise seedlings in trays for transplanting. Space plants 30–40 cm apart in rows 40–50 cm apart to allow the heads to develop fully.
Grow in full sun in fertile, moisture-retentive soil enriched with compost. Keep plants consistently watered throughout growth to encourage large, dense heads and prevent plants from becoming stressed. Harvest when heads feel firm and solid, approximately 70–85 days after sowing.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Red Acre is a classic heirloom cabbage producing compact, round heads up to 15 cm across with rich deep red to purple leaves. The small, short-stemmed plants are resistant to splitting and produce firm, dense heads with excellent flavour. An outstanding variety for fresh use, pickling, and long-term storage, maturing in around 74–100 days.
Approximately 50 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 40–50 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and feed regularly to encourage firm head development. Harvest once the heads are solid and fully formed.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Red Acre is a classic heirloom cabbage producing compact, round heads up to 15 cm across with rich deep red to purple leaves. The small, short-stemmed plants are resistant to splitting and produce firm, dense heads with excellent flavour. An outstanding variety for fresh use, pickling, and long-term storage, maturing in around 74–100 days.
Approximately 250 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 40–50 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and feed regularly to encourage firm head development. Harvest once the heads are solid and fully formed.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Red Express is an early-maturing red cabbage producing solid, round heads weighing approximately 1–2 kg. The compact plants develop vibrant red to purple leaves with excellent flavour and an attractive appearance. Well suited to cooler climates, this reliable variety is ideal for fresh salads, cooking, pickling, and coleslaw, maturing in around 63 days.
Approximately 50 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 40–50 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and feed regularly to encourage firm head development. Harvest once the heads are solid and fully formed.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
Savoy Drumhead Perfection is a classic heirloom Savoy Cabbage producing broad, compact heads weighing up to approximately 3 kg. The deeply crinkled, dark green leaves are beautifully tender, forming dense, substantial heads with the distinctive texture for which Savoy cabbages are prized.
Considered one of the finest-flavoured cabbages, Drumhead Perfection has a particularly mild, sweet flavour and is notably less sulphurous when cooked than many conventional cabbage varieties. The tender leaves are excellent steamed, braised or sautéed, wrapped around fillings, shredded into soups and stir-fries, or enjoyed finely sliced in salads and slaws.
Exceptionally cold tolerant, this is an excellent variety for growing through the cooler months and can withstand frosty conditions once established. Plants perform best in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture as the large heads develop.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 50–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture as the heads develop. Harvest at approximately 90 days, or as soon as the heads feel firm and solid when gently squeezed.
If saving seed, remember that Savoy Cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: approximately 90 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
Savoy Verona Purple is a beautiful traditional Savoy Cabbage producing large heads of lightly crinkled leaves washed with rich purple and violet tones. The colour intensifies as temperatures fall, making this an especially striking variety for the winter vegetable garden.
The tender, textured leaves have an excellent sweet, mild flavour and can be enjoyed finely shredded in salads and slaws or used for steaming, braising, roasting, soups and stuffed cabbage dishes. The lightly savoyed leaves are tender enough for fresh use while still holding their texture particularly well when cooked.
A hardy cool-season variety, Verona Purple performs best in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Cool conditions not only enhance its colouring but also help develop its sweet flavour. Mature heads store well after harvest, making it a useful variety for extending the home-grown cabbage season.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture as heads develop and harvest once they feel firm and well formed.
If saving seed, remember that Savoy Cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Cuor Di Bue, meaning “Oxheart” in Italian, is a traditional pointed cabbage producing large, tightly formed hearts of tender light green leaves. Heads can reach approximately 2 kg and develop the distinctive tapered shape characteristic of old European Sugarloaf cabbages.
The leaves are sweet, crisp and tender, making Cuor Di Bue particularly good for fresh eating. Finely shred into salads and coleslaw, ferment into sauerkraut or use in soups, stir-fries, braises and other cooked dishes. The tender outer leaves can also be harvested individually while the head continues to develop.
A reliable cool-season variety, Cuor Di Bue performs best in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. The pointed heads are relatively compact for their weight, making efficient use of garden space while still producing a substantial harvest.
Approximately 100 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture as heads develop and harvest once the pointed hearts are firm and well formed.
If saving seed, remember that cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Early Jersey Wakefield is a historic Sugarloaf Cabbage producing distinctive conical, tightly packed heads weighing approximately 1–1.5 kg. The pale green leaves are particularly tender and sweet, making this an excellent dual-purpose cabbage for both cooking and fresh eating.
The crisp young leaves are delicious finely shredded into salads and coleslaw, while mature heads are excellent steamed, sautéed, braised, fermented or added to soups and stir-fries. Its compact, pointed heads mature relatively quickly and take up less garden space than many large round-headed cabbages.
Early Jersey Wakefield has a long history in cultivation. Sugarloaf-type cabbages were described in the 17th century, and Early Jersey Wakefield became one of the enduring early cabbage varieties of the 19th century, with records of this type appearing in Australia by the 1830s.
Hardy and reliable, plants perform best through the cooler months in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Mature plants tolerate frost, while the relatively quick maturity makes this a useful variety for succession planting.
Approximately 150 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring after the last frost, or summer for an autumn crop
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 35–45 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture as heads develop and harvest once the conical heads feel firm and well formed.
If saving seed, remember that cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: approximately 70–85 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
Vertus is a traditional Savoy Cabbage producing large, slightly flattened heads approximately 20 cm across. The finely crinkled, grey-green leaves form substantial heads with the tender texture and excellent flavour characteristic of Savoy cabbages.
The leaves are mild, sweet and versatile in the kitchen, tender enough to shred finely for salads and slaws while also being excellent steamed, braised, sautéed or added to soups and stews. The flexible, textured leaves are particularly good for cabbage rolls and other stuffed dishes.
A vigorous and reliable cool-season variety, Vertus develops well in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Mature plants tolerate cold conditions well, and cooler weather helps develop the sweetness and tenderness of the leaves.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture while heads develop and harvest once they are well formed and feel firm.
If saving seed, remember that Savoy Cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: approximately 80 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. longata
Walking Stick Cabbage is an extraordinary old vegetable variety grown as much for its remarkable height and sturdy stem as for its edible leaves. Plants can reach approximately 2 m tall, developing a long, strong central stalk topped with a crown of large cabbage-like leaves.
Traditionally associated with the Channel Islands, particularly Jersey, the plants became famous for an unusual second use after the growing season. The tall stems were cut, dried and hardened to make walking sticks and canes, eventually becoming a popular curiosity and tourist souvenir.
The nutritious leaves can be harvested progressively during growth and used much like kale or loose-leaf cabbage. They have also traditionally been grown as livestock and small-animal fodder, particularly for rabbits and guinea pigs. Removing the lower leaves as the plant grows encourages the development of the characteristic long, bare stem.
A vigorous and wonderfully unusual heritage vegetable, Walking Stick Cabbage prefers full sun, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Plants benefit from protection from strong winds as they gain height.
Approximately 50 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late winter to spring
Mild climates: Spring
Cold climates: Spring after frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant seedlings approximately 60–90 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Remove lower leaves progressively if growing plants for long stems, leaving sufficient foliage at the top to maintain healthy growth. Provide support or shelter from strong winds as plants approach full height.
For traditional walking-stick use, allow the stem to mature fully before cutting in late autumn, then dry and cure thoroughly until hard.
If saving seed, remember that Walking Stick Cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Traditional Dutch storage cabbage producing large, firm white heads with crisp, tightly packed leaves. Well known for its excellent keeping qualities, making it ideal for winter use, sauerkraut and cooking. Reliable and hardy, it performs best in cooler growing conditions and fertile, moisture-retentive soil.
Cabbage
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Possibly the most ancient of today's vegetables; cultivated for over 4000 years. Stores well in cool humid conditions. Likes rich well drained soil with pH above 6.0 and sunny position, keep well watered. Will cross-pollinate with other Brassicas, to keep seed pure grow only one Brassica. Sow early spring, end of summer to winter, mature plants tolerate frost.
When To Plant In Australia
Tropics: All Year
Subtropic: All Year
Mild: All Year
Cold/Frost: Aug-May
Seed Sowing
Plant space cm: 35-60
Row space cm: 50-75
Depth cm: .5-1
Best soil temp: 10-35 °C
Other Info
Number of seeds per gram: 200-380
Rate per hectare: 300g
Average days to maturity: 60-110
Brassica rapa var. pekinensis
Red Bok Choi is a striking Asian green producing deep green leaves highlighted with a rich maroon blush. Harvested as baby leaves or microgreens, it offers a mild, tender flavour and attractive colouring that brings both visual appeal and freshness to a wide range of dishes.
The young leaves are crisp and succulent, making them ideal for salads, sandwiches and mixed baby leaf blends. They are equally delicious added to curries, stir-fries, spring rolls and other Asian-inspired dishes, where their mild flavour complements a variety of ingredients without overpowering them.
Fast growing and easy to cultivate, Red Bok Choi produces reliable harvests throughout the year. Its vibrant colour, excellent flavour and versatility have made it a favourite among home gardeners, market growers and microgreen producers.
Approximately 300 seeds per gram
Microgreens & Baby Leaf Production: Year round Australia-wide
Tropics: Year round
Subtropics: Year round
Mild climates: Year round
Cold climates: Year round in a protected position
Planting / Sowing
For baby leaf production, sow seed thinly into prepared garden beds, containers or trays and harvest young leaves when they reach the desired size. For microgreens, sow seed densely over a moist growing medium and lightly press into the surface.
Keep evenly moist throughout germination and growth. Position in a bright location with good airflow and harvest microgreens when the cotyledons are fully developed or the first true leaves begin to emerge, typically 7–14 days after sowing.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea
Red Cabbage microgreens produce beautiful deep reddish-purple stems and leaves with a mild, sweet cabbage flavour. They are a colourful and nutritious addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps and garnishes, bringing both vibrant colour and fresh flavour to a wide range of dishes. Fast and easy to grow, they are a favourite for home growers and chefs alike.
Approximately 300 seeds per gram
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed densely over a shallow tray of quality seed-raising mix and press lightly into the surface. Cover with a very thin layer of growing medium and keep evenly moist in a bright position. Harvest with scissors once the cotyledons have fully opened and the first true leaves begin to appear, usually in 7–12 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
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