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Cabbage 'Red Acre'  

Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group)

Red Acre is a variety of Cabbage which is a member of the Mustard family. Its botanical name is Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) 'Red Acre'. Its fruits normally ripen as a colour very similar to   Purple pizzazz.

Disease and insect resistant. Red heading type. Midseason.
Compact plants produce globe-shaped 2- to 4-pound heads. Can be spring sown in mild climates or Fall sown where weather is hot.
Days To Maturity: 76

An annual, so it will last but a year in its native climate. Red Acre is known for growing to a height of approximately 30.0 cm (11.7 inches).

Red Acre Cabbage is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

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How to grow Cabbage 'Red Acre'

  • Full Sun

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  • Medium

Enjoys a full sun position in your garden and remember to water moderately. Red Acre is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Red Acre needs a soil ph of 6.0 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Red Acre from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 3.12 inches (8.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 4°C / 39°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Red Acre about 21 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Red Acre

Red Acre is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Red Acre about 21 days before your last frost date.

Harvesting Red Acre

Cabbage 'Red Acre' information

How long does Red Acre take to grow?

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When should I sow Red Acre?

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Cabbage Red Acre Etymology

Red heirloom heading cabbage, midseason variety.

Other Names for Cabbage 'Red Acre'

Red acre cabbage

Red Acre Cabbage Tags

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