How many days does cabbage seed sprout? How to grow seeds to make them germinate quickly?

Cabbage seed germination time

Cabbage seeds begin to germinate about a week after sowing. If the seeds are soaked in clean water in advance to germinate, the germination time will be shortened, and it usually takes about 5 days for the seedlings to emerge.

Cabbage seed sowing time and method

1. Sowing time

Due to the different temperature differences between the south and the north, cabbage is best planted in spring and autumn, specifically in April or September. The temperature suitable for cabbage growth is between 20-28 degrees. The temperature in this area can increase the yield of cabbage.

2. Sowing method

Before sowing cabbage seeds, soak them in warm water at 25-30 degrees (4 hours, then you can raise seedlings and sow them. After sowing, you need to cover them with 1-2 cm of soil, and then water them thoroughly. The seeds will begin to germinate in about a week, and after germination, they will grow 2-4 pairs of true leaves and can be transplanted and planted.

How to manage cabbage seeds after germination

1. Cabbage is a relatively drought-resistant plant. After it sprouts, the soil should be kept slightly moist. After new roots grow, you can maintain it normally. Water it when the surface of the potting soil is dry and cracked. Water it thoroughly each time. If you want to fertilize, you can choose organic fertilizer or special fertilizer for fruits and vegetables, and apply it once a month.

2. Cabbage likes plenty of light, so it should be placed in a sunny place for maintenance. This is conducive to the growth of the plant and the production of healthy cabbage. If it is sown in autumn, cabbage will be produced in the spring of the following year. The plant should be cut down after harvesting.