Mr Fothergill's CABBAGE Savoy January King 3

January king 3 savoy cabbage seed by Mr. Fothergill's. Very popular, winter hardy. An old favourite with superb flavour. Reliable cropper, stands well in all conditions.

Useful Information: Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit; Vitamin C.

Sow and Grow:

Outdoors: sow thinly, April-June, in a seed bed, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-cultivated, fertile soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Water well until plants are established. Transplant 60 cm (2 feet) apart, when plants are about 10 cm (4-inch) tall. Allow 60 cm (2 feet) between rows. Plant firmly and water well. Or sow indoors, March-May, 0.5 cm (1/4-inch) deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. Keep moist. Transplant 5 cm (2-inch) apart to other trays, when large enough to handle. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions before planting out, June-August, into well-cultivated, fertile soil. Harvest: November-March.

Hints and Tips:

To avoid diseases, always rotate brassica crops each year.