Cabbage 'Melissa'

Enjoys a full sun position in your garden and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Melissa is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. A soil ph of between 6.0 and 7.5 is ideal for Melissa as it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

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). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 4°C / 39°F to ensure good germination.

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

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

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