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Red Kalibos Head Cabbage - Organic
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$4.49
Unit price / perOriginating in Central Europe , the Red Kalibos red cabbage is distinguished by its elegant conical shape , its intense purplish-red color , and its natural hardiness . Its compact head with thick, finely veined leaves evokes a true garden jewel , bringing structure and brilliance to the heart of autumn crops.
In the garden, Red Kalibos stands out for its upright habit , vigor , and good cold tolerance, making it a reliable ally in cooler climates . It integrates easily into crop rotations and pairs well with other autumn-flowering brassicas.
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Red Kalibos Head Cabbage - Organic
"A vigorous and colorful red cabbage, perfect for bountiful and flavorful harvests."
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Originating in Central Europe , the Red Kalibos red cabbage is distinguished by its elegant conical shape , its intense purplish-red color , and its natural hardiness . Its compact head with thick, finely veined leaves evokes a true garden jewel , bringing structure and brilliance to the heart of autumn crops.
In the garden, Red Kalibos stands out for its upright habit , vigor , and good cold tolerance, making it a reliable ally in cooler climates . It integrates easily into crop rotations and pairs well with other autumn-flowering brassicas.
- Growing climate: Cool to temperate climate
- Sowing difficulty level: Medium
- Care required: moderately easy to grow
Note: Sensitive to cold winds, provide protection at the beginning of the season.
In the kitchen, Red Kalibos cabbage is prized for its crisp, slightly sweet flesh, which retains its delicate flavor both raw and cooked. Finely shredded, it brightens salads with its purplish-red hue and fresh texture. Cooked, it blends perfectly into stir-fries, soups, stuffed cabbage rolls, or stews, while preserving some of its color and natural sweetness. It can also be lacto-fermented for a vibrant red sauerkraut, rich in flavor and probiotics. This cabbage keeps well in a cool cellar for several weeks and can also be frozen after cooking to extend its availability. Red Kalibos thus embodies a beautiful balance of beauty, vitality, and bounty, remaining true to culinary tradition while being perfectly suited to productive gardens.
écoumene seeding advice
Seeding type
Indoor and outdoor seeding
Germination time
3-7 days
Germination temperature
18° to 22° Celsius
Sowing depth
Sow seeds at a depth of 1 cm
Transplantation
Easy transplantation
Technical
Seeding in clusters
Growing conditions
Number of days to maturity
Harvest at ± 80 days
Hardiness zone
Zone-3b
Distance between plants
45 cm
Distance between rows
45 cm
Optimal brightness
Sun plant
Soil texture
Loose (silty) soil
Soil moisture
Cool, well-drained soil
Soil fertility
Plant demanding in bacteria-dominant compost
optimal soil pH
Low acidic pH
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Phone
450-835-1149Opening hours of the garden center
Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Closed on Sundays.
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