Light Required Full sun
Watering Water regularly during growth and curd development; keep soil evenly moist.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in a sunny, sheltered position in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist and support curd development. Protect developing curds from strong sunlight if needed and harvest when heads are compact and fully formed.
Plant genus Brassica
Plant type Vegetable Plants
Foliage type Biennial
Hardiness Frost Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral Soil
Planting aspect South Facing
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use All Rounder Mashing Boiling Roasted Cooking Baking
Planting Companion Beans, carrots, onions
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