This is the breeders replacement for Ruby Ball. Ruby Perfection Cabbage performs almost identically. Plants were so hardy for us that even when deer came snacking early in the season, those plants affected still produced nice looking cabbages, although a bit smaller than those which were not nibbled. 3 pounds. Deep purple head.

30 seeds

PLANTING

Brassica oleracea

Germination:7-12 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 65-85F.

Seed Sowing Depth:1/4 deep

Starting Indoors:4-6 weeks before last frostor 4-6.Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot. Fertilize the seedlings every 7-10 days with a liquid or water soluble fertilizer, diluted to of suggested measurement. Transplant a week or two before last frost.Sowin late spring totransplantout for fall crops.

SowingOutdoors:In spring when soil temperature reaches at least 60F. Sow 2-3 seeds every 15-18 apart for small headed varieties, 24-36 for large headed varieties. Thin to the strongest seedling per space. Sowin early summer for fall crops. Germination is slower at lower soil temperatures.

How much does a packet plant:15-20foot single row

Harvest:If the heads feel solid by pushing on them lightly they are ready to harvest. Harvest as soon as possible for early varieties to prevent splitting. Later maturing storage varieties will hold longer.

Tips: A heavy feeder. Ruby Perfection Cabbage needs togrow in fertile soil,rich in organic matter. Amend with compost if soil is not fertile.Provide adequate, even moisture for theoptimum growth.Mulching helps retain moisture.