BattenBlooms
PL. —Brassica oleracea var. capitataBotanical illustration — drop image
Brassica oleracea var. capitata

Cabbage

SpringFall
1a–9bHardiness zone
Peak bloom windowZone 6b · frost-offset weeks
Winter
Peak bloom
Spring
Peak bloom
Summer
Peak bloom
Fall
Not in bloom
Peak bloom
In bloom
Background

Good companions
Beta vulgarisApium graveolensAllium fistulosumAnethum graveolens
Keep apart
Fragaria × ananassaSolanum lycopersicum
Care guide
SunFull sun; tolerates light afternoon shade
WaterRegular; consistent moisture for solid heads; avoid wetting leaves
SoilRich, firm, well-draining; pH 6.5–7.0
Spacing12–18 inches
Height12–15 inches
Zone1a – 9b
Frost hardy
Seasonal tasks
summer
sowStart seeds indoors for fall crop — count back 12 weeks from first fall frost