When is the best time to sow cabbage

Cabbage sowing time

Cabbage is a plant of the Cruciferae family and the genus Brassica. It is a common vegetable and is mostly propagated by sowing. It will germinate about 3-7 days after planting. It grows very fast and blooms from March to April.

Cabbage can be divided into spring cabbage, summer cabbage and autumn cabbage. It can be planted all year round, but February to March is the best time to sow it, because the seeds have the strongest germination ability at this time and are easier to survive.

Cabbage sowing method

1. Seed germination

First soak the cabbage seeds in cold water for about 10 minutes, then take them out and soak them in 50℃ warm water for 30 minutes, and finally dry them in a ventilated place.

2. Sowing

Cabbage seeds can be sown directly by digging furrows about 1.5 cm deep in the prepared beds. Cover the seeds with soil after sowing. 150-200 grams of seeds can be used per acre.

Cabbage planting tips and techniques

1. After sowing cabbage, pay more attention to preventing the invasion of pests and diseases. Vegetables may be invaded by aphids, cabbage loopers, etc., so be sure to do the corresponding prevention and control work.

2. When growing cabbage, you need to apply enough base fertilizer. You need to use a large amount of high-quality organic fertilizer. The application amount per mu should not be less than 5,000 kilograms. This is the basis for cabbage growth.