Name: Cabbage 'Kalibos'
B. Oleracea
Origin:
This is a cute little cabbage suitable for smaller gardens. It is a red cabbage so it looks great in coleslaw. I find all red cabbages a bit tougher in texture than green ones and this is no exception, but cooking gets rid of that.
The flavour is nice and mild.
When to sow: Mid to late summer. Sow into punnets or trays and transplant when they are big enough to handle easily.
Plant Type: heading cabbage
Uses: Steam, coleslaw - there are heaps of cabbage recipes online.
Growing Conditions: Good, well manured soil. Water regularly when it is dry.
Pests and Diseases: White butterflies are the worst. netting is advised, at least until the weather cools down in autumn.
Special Qualities: Small. Great colour
Seeds: 200 minimum in a packet
