Cabbage (Patta Gobhi) Seeds Hybrid (Hari Patta Gobhi/हरी पत्ता गोभी के बीज)

Cabbage is also known as Patta gobhi, a leafy vegetable that contains a good amount of nutrition. Cabbage is very easy to grow in containers or pots, Cabbage needs 6 to 8 hours of daily sunlight; however, it can tolerate partial shade. Buy the Best Quality cabbage (patta gobhi) seeds Online at the best price in India from www.organicbazar.net with a high germination rate.

About this item

• Number of Cabbage seeds (Patta gobhi ke beej): 100 Seeds
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Mode of sowing: Sow the seeds 0.5 inches deep in a seedling tray Container, or Pots. Transplant in 25 to 30 days
• Germination Time: 6 to 15 days from sowing
• Germination temperature: 13-25°C
• Harvesting: 12 to 13 week
• Sowing season: Throughout the year (Rainy season June to September and winter seasons October to November)
• Plant vigor: Strong plant

What size grow bag is best for Cabbage (Patta gobhi)?

• 12 x 12 Inch (W*H)
• 15 x 12 Inch (W*H)
• 15 x 15 Inch (W*H)
• 24 x 12 Inch (W*H)

Cabbage Seeds Sowing Method

Generally, cabbage seeds are sown in a seedling tray, and after seeds germination, the plant is transplanted into any pots or grow bags. Sow cabbage seeds in a seedling tray with coco peat or potting mix about 0.5 inch deep. Cabbage seeds are very small in size so avoid sowing them in too deep and sow only 2 cabbage seeds per cell/cup of seedling tray. Keep the seedling indoor till the seeds germination and give at least 2 tablespoon water regularly. After germination, seedling will start growing a plant so provide sunlight to your seedling to encourage leaf growth. After 25-35 days from cabbage seeds sowing, plant will be ready to transplant in any pots or grow bags. Before transplant the seedling, mix good organic manure in the soil with 2:1 ratio. Transplant the seedling safely along with root ball of a medium.

Cabbage Plant Growing Season In India

Cabbage typically thrives in temperatures between 15°C to 25°C. It can tolerate slightly cooler or warmer conditions, but this temperature range is ideal for its growth. you can sow the Cabbage seeds from late September to early November for the winter crop and from late January to early February for the spring crop.

Cabbage Plant Care Tips

• Sunlight – Cabbage plants need 6-8 hours of full light in winter days.
• Water – Give 2 inch water every week to your cabbage plant.
• Soil – Use well drainage and nutrient rich soil with 6.5 to 6.8 ph.
• Temperature – Ideal temperature for growing cabbage plants is between 10- 30 degree Celsius (50- 85 degree Fahrenheit).
• Fertilizer – After 15 days of transplanting, apply balanced liquid fertilizer such as fish emulsion or hand full of vermicompost to each cabbage plant when they start to develop new leaves and forming head .
• Mulch – Mulch thickly to your cabbage plant for retain moisture and regulate soil temperature .
• Common pests and disease – Some common insects which are generally found in cabbage plants are caterpillars, cabbage loopers, white flies, flea beetles, root maggots, cutworm and aphids. Cabbage plant infected by some diseases like white spot or leaf spot, black rot, downy mildew, clubroot and blackleg etc. Look for early sign of fungal, insect or other infections spray organic pesticide Neem oil to cure these symptoms.

Cabbage Harvest Time

Cabbage will take about 90- 100 days for harvest after seed sowing. You can harvest cabbage when heads reach desired size and are strong. Cut each cabbage head and its base with sharp knife, after harvesting cabbage bring inside and put them in shade immediately.

Cabbage Special Features

• Common name – Patta gobhi (पत्ता गोभी)
• Level of grow – Medium
• Height – Above 2 feet
• Spread – Above 3 feet
• Avoid planting with – Strawberries, tomatoes
• Companion plants – Beans and cucumbers

FAQ

Why are my cabbage seeds not germinating?

Cabbage seeds will not germinate because of improper growing conditions like not getting enough sunlight, sowing seeds too deep in the soil, over watering or under watering.

Why did my cabbage not make a head?

The main reason why your cabbage heads is not forming are improper weather condition (either that it’s too cold or it’s too hot) overcrowding and excess nitrogen. Sowing your cabbage seeds at right time and follow right instructions.

Why are yellow and brown spots on my cabbage leaves?

Downy mildew is a disease of the foliage, caused by a fungus is the main reason behind yellow or brown spots on cabbage leaves. Use appropriate medicine to avoid the fungus.

What is the ideal growing medium to grow cabbage?

The ideal growing medium to grow cabbage is 2 part of garden soil and 1 part of any organic fertilizer or 1 part garden soil, 1 part coco peat and 1 part vermicompost.