Cabbage 'Late Flat Dutch'

Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group)

How to grow Cabbage 'Late Flat Dutch'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Late Flat Dutch is thought of as hardy, so this plant will grow or become dormant during the winter. A soil ph of between 6.0 and 7.5 is ideal for Late Flat Dutch as it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Late Flat Dutch from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.47 inches (1.2 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 3.12 inches (8.0 cm) between Cabbage plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 4°C / 39°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Late Flat Dutch about 45 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Late Flat Dutch

As Late Flat Dutch is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Late Flat Dutch