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Golden Cross Cabbage Seeds - Early Maturing, Compact Growth, Ideal for Continuous Harvest, Heirloom Variety, Non-GMO
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

40 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Biennial
Grow Zones

3 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Compact & Flavorful: Produces dense, flavorful heads perfect for coleslaw and sauerkraut, with compact growth allowing for closer planting and higher yields.
  • Optimal Growing Conditions: Thrives in average garden soil and full sun, with an ideal germination temperature of 21°C (70°F).
  • Early & Prolonged Harvest: One of the earliest cabbages to mature, ready just 40 days after transplanting; continuous planting can extend harvest into fall.
  • Culinary Versatility: Perfect for a variety of dishes, from fresh salads to cooked meals, enhancing flavors with its rich, sweet notes.
  • Resilient Growth: Tolerates a wide range of climates and maintains growth during hot temperatures without bolting, ensuring a reliable crop.

Golden Cross Cabbage is a delightful heirloom variety known for its compact growth and swift maturity. Perfect for gardeners with limited space, this cabbage variety allows for closer planting and higher yields, making it an ideal choice for continuous harvests. Sow seeds outdoors when the soil is workable or start indoors to get a head start on the season.

Enjoy the rich, sweet notes of Golden Cross Cabbage in a variety of dishes, from fresh salads to cooked meals. With its resilience to a wide range of climates and its ability to maintain growth during hot temperatures, this cabbage ensures a reliable crop. Plant today and savor the taste of homegrown cabbage in just 40 days from transplant!
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 250
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 50 seeds — 42 plants — yields about 42 heads
  • 500 seeds — 425 plants — yields about 425 heads
  • 1000 seeds — 850 plants — yields about 850 heads

Plant growth and coverage

  • Compact, tight-heading habit
  • Height: 25–35 cm (10–14 in)
  • Spread: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
  • Spacing: 30–40 cm (12–16 in) between plants; 45–60 cm (18–24 in) between rows

Choosing a packet size

  • The 50-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners, small raised beds, or trialing this early, compact variety.
  • The 500-seed packet suits larger family gardens, community plots, or staggered plantings for a continuous harvest.
  • The 1000-seed packet is best for market growers, CSAs, or big beds where uniform, early heads are needed in volume.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Golden Cross Cabbage seeds outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Cover seeds lightly and space them about 1 inch apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. For an early start, sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.

Germinate seeds at a temperature of 70°F (21°C). Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to 12-18 inches apart. Transplant carefully to avoid disturbing roots, and harden off before planting outdoors.

Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to prevent bolting. Fertilize with a balanced vegetable fertilizer to promote healthy growth. Harvest when heads are firm, and enjoy in salads, stir-fries, or fermented dishes like sauerkraut.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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