{"product_id":"red-acre-cabbage-planting-seeds","title":"1,000 Red Acre Cabbage Seeds (Brassica oleracea)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Acre Cabbage Seeds: Growing a Cool-Season Red Cabbage from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Acre cabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e is offered here as planting seed for a red or purple heading cabbage of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e cabbage group. Red cabbage develops tightly wrapped leaves when temperatures, moisture, growing room, and pest protection are suitable. It is generally grown as a cool-season crop, either from spring transplants or from a summer sowing planned for autumn harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity and identity check:\u003c\/strong\u003e The current product title lists \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Older SEO records and metafields refer to two packets totaling 2,000 seeds. The physical packet count and Red Acre cultivar identification have not been independently verified for this lot and must be checked against supplier or warehouse evidence before fulfillment. This listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eplanting seeds only\u003c\/strong\u003e, not harvested cabbage heads or plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts for Garden Planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCrop and listed cultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Acre heading cabbage; \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e cabbage group. Cultivar identity requires seed-lot confirmation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool season, often grown for a spring or autumn crop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun for strong growth and head development.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained but moisture-retentive garden soil; University of Minnesota Extension suggests pH 6–7.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGeneral sowing depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¼ inch for indoor seed starting; ¼–½ inch for outdoor direct sowing, according to Extension guidance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGarden spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 12–24 inches between plants depending on the desired head size and the confirmed cultivar. UMN uses 15–18 inches for many transplants.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistent moisture without prolonged saturation; monitor rainfall, soil depth, and heat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTime to harvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on cultivar, sowing method, climate, and season. UMN describes a general 60–100 day cabbage range, which is not a Red Acre lot guarantee.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLot details not verified\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack count, actual Red Acre seed identity, germination rate, treated\/untreated status, origin, organic and Non-GMO claims.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the Right Growing Window\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabbage thrives when most of its head formation occurs during mild weather. In many frost-prone regions, gardeners begin spring plants indoors and transplant sturdy seedlings early enough to mature before summer heat. A second approach is to sow or raise seedlings during summer for a harvest as temperatures cool in autumn. The correct dates depend on local first and last frost dates and the expected growth period, rather than a single national planting calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a spring crop, University of Minnesota Extension recommends starting seeds indoors roughly four to six weeks before transplanting. Seedlings benefit from bright overhead light and normal indoor temperatures around 60–70°F. For a fall crop, direct sowing is an option where there is enough season left for plants to form heads. Carefully protect midsummer seedlings from drying wind, strong sun, and chewing insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow Red Acre Cabbage: Eight Practical Steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the seed packet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that the physical lot really is Red Acre cabbage and review any sowing, treatment, or count information. The current title and older catalog records differ about pack quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose spring or autumn timing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work backward from your local frost dates and expected temperatures. Schedule the main head-forming stage for cool weather rather than peak summer heat where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare a clean seed-starting tray.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill cells with a moist, well-draining seed-starting medium. For spring transplants, sow about ¼ inch deep, label the date, and give seedlings bright light after emergence. Avoid waterlogged cells and overcrowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin early and grow stocky transplants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the healthiest seedling in each cell. Provide adequate light and moderate watering; tall, weak seedlings often indicate insufficient light or excess warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarden plants off gradually.\u003c\/strong\u003e During the final week or two before transplanting, expose seedlings to outdoor light and wind for increasing periods. Bring them back under protection when conditions are too harsh. Do not plant out solely because the calendar says it is spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild a suitable garden bed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun and soil that drains but does not dry out rapidly. Use soil-test guidance to correct fertility and pH. Avoid recently used cabbage-family beds when planning rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet spacing for full heads.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many cabbage guides recommend about 12–24 inches between plants. Closer spacing generally leads to smaller heads. Water transplants in promptly and protect new plants against cabbage worms and flea beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare through head formation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor soil moisture below the surface, remove weeds shallowly, inspect leaf undersides for pests, and keep the central growing point intact. Harvest when heads are firm and usable, before prolonged rain causes splitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Considerations for Red or Purple Heading Cabbage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead formation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The goal is a firm, compact head, so the central growing point must remain healthy. Damage from insects, handling, or frost at the wrong growth stage can stop normal head development. Do not judge maturity by a promised number of days when the actual seed lot is not authenticated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the Red Acre red-cabbage type, but actual appearance in a seed-grown crop depends on confirmed genetics and conditions. Photos of mature red cabbage are botanical reference images; they do not certify individual seed performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant rotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabbage shares many pests and diseases with broccoli, cauliflower, kale, mustard, and other brassicas. University of Minnesota Extension recommends avoiding the same brassica bed for around four years when practical. Rotation helps manage disease pressure and is especially valuable when black rot, clubroot, or other recurring problems have appeared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uneven moisture stresses the plants, but oversaturating heavy soil can also cause trouble. UMN gives roughly one inch of water per week as a general starting point, with adjustments for rainfall and soil type. Inspect the soil below its surface before adding more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest scouting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look for holes in leaves, caterpillars, clusters of aphids, and stunted or discolored plants. Row covers can help exclude insects when deployed properly. Use a correctly identified pest and locally approved control method if intervention is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTroubleshooting in the Cabbage Bed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSymptom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible cause\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eRecommended check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall plants with tall, thin stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow light or overly warm indoor conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncrease appropriate seedling lighting and reduce crowding; transplant only healthy stocky plants.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaves grow but no firm head forms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat, insufficient time, excess crowding, injury to central bud, or seed identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview the season, spacing, and growing point. Confirm the seed lot before claiming a cultivar issue.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge ragged holes in leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabbage worms or related caterpillars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInspect undersides and inner leaves; identify the insect before selecting control.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV-shaped yellow patches spreading inward from leaf edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack rot is one possible explanation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek local extension diagnosis; remove clearly diseased material and improve sanitation and rotation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead splits near harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRapid water uptake after the head is already firm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest promptly when ready and keep soil moisture as even as possible.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeedlings stall or wilt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterlogging, heat, root injury, pest feeding, or poor seedling establishment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck moisture, drainage, temperatures and roots before adding fertilizer or water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Red Acre cabbage grown differently from green cabbage?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts basic sowing, spacing, watering, and pest-management needs are those of heading cabbage. The exact maturity schedule and traits of Red Acre should be confirmed from the physical seed-lot label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I start cabbage indoors?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a spring crop in regions with hot summers, indoor sowing about four to six weeks before transplanting is often practical. Fall crops can also be started outdoors when the local growing season allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow deep should I sow cabbage seeds?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Minnesota and Illinois Extension give about ¼ inch for seed trays and ¼–½ inch for direct garden sowing. Use a suitable moist, draining growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow far apart should plants grow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany cabbage varieties are spaced 12–24 inches apart, depending on desired head size. Follow verified cultivar instructions when available, since crowding can change the finished head size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow can I reduce splitting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep watering reasonably even and harvest mature heads promptly. Heavy rain after head formation can still cause splitting, especially if heads are left in place too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this packet definitely 1,000 seeds, and are they certified organic?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title currently says 1,000 planting seeds, but historic records describe 2,000 across two packs. Physical lot count and any organic, untreated, non-GMO, or heirloom claims have not been independently verified. Consult the packet and supplier records before relying on those statements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSources and Evidence Limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extension.umn.edu\/garden-and-home\/yard-and-garden\/gardening-in-minnesota\/growing-cabbage\"\u003eUniversity of Minnesota Extension: Growing Cabbage in Home Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e — sowing depth, transplanting, moisture, head maturity, harvest, and pest management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extension.illinois.edu\/gardening\/cabbage\"\u003eUniversity of Illinois Extension: Cabbage\u003c\/a\u003e — season planning, planting depth, spacing, head splitting, and disease signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extension.illinois.edu\/blogs\/good-growing\/2020-04-06-starting-garden-hardening-indoor-seedlings\"\u003eUniversity of Illinois Extension: Hardening Off Indoor Seedlings\u003c\/a\u003e — gradual acclimation before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extension.illinois.edu\/soil\/soil-testing\"\u003eUniversity of Illinois Extension: Soil Testing\u003c\/a\u003e — making soil-management decisions from measured conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eAll cultivation recommendations above apply to cabbage generally and are educational references. They do not verify the packet count, cultivar identity, treatment status, certification, germination percentage, or provenance of the particular seed lot. Store planting seeds sealed, dry, cool, and clearly labeled. Planting seed is not intended for direct consumption.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seeds Small envelope ( $2 shipping charge customer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47042362802494,"sku":"EDDMMIUJ - NEW","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0154\/3713\/5926\/files\/red-acre-cabbage-seeds-895.webp?v=1719492674","url":"https:\/\/therike.com\/products\/red-acre-cabbage-planting-seeds","provider":"The Rike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}