Product Overview
Golden Acre Cabbage Seed
**Product Overview**
Todd's Seeds proudly offers the Golden Acre Cabbage Seed, a popular variety known for its early maturity and compact size. This heirloom cabbage produces small, round, and firm heads, weighing around 3-4 pounds each. The Golden Acre is particularly valued for its tender texture and sweet flavor, making it an excellent choice for a variety of culinary uses, including fresh salads and coleslaws. Its compact growth habit makes it an ideal choice for small gardens or even container gardening.
**Planting Instructions**
- **Sowing Time:** Best sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden in early summer.
- **Soil Requirements:** Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
- **Planting Depth:** Plant seeds ¼ inch deep.
- **Spacing:** Space seedlings 12-18 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart.
- **Germination:** Usually occurs within 5-10 days at temperatures of 65-75°F.
**Growth and Care**
- **Watering:** Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during head formation.
- **Sunlight:** Full sun is optimal.
- **Fertilizing:** Apply a balanced fertilizer as needed.
- **Harvesting:** Harvest when heads are firm and have reached a good size, typically in mid to late summer.
**Health Benefits**
Golden Acre Cabbage is packed with health-promoting nutrients:
- **Rich in Vitamins and Minerals:** Especially high in vitamins C and K, and a good source of fiber and potassium.
- **Antioxidant Properties:** Contains compounds that help protect against oxidative stress.
- **Supports Digestive Health:** High fiber content aids in healthy digestion.
- **Low in Calories:** A great addition to any diet, particularly for those managing weight.
**Culinary Uses**
Golden Acre cabbage is versatile in the kitchen:
- **Fresh Salads:** Its tender texture is perfect for coleslaws and salads.
- **Cooking:** Great for stir-frying, steaming, or adding to soups.
- **Pickling and Fermenting:** Ideal for making sauerkraut.
**Simple Recipe: Golden Acre Cabbage Slaw**
This easy and refreshing slaw is a perfect way to enjoy Golden Acre cabbage.
**Ingredients:**
- 1 head of Golden Acre cabbage, shredded
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
**Instructions:**
1. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and grated carrot.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly.
4. Chill before serving.
The Golden Acre Cabbage Seed from Todd's Seeds is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking an early-maturing, versatile cabbage that is well-suited to a variety of garden sizes and culinary applications.
1 Packet: 5 g
1 Gram ~ 200-300 seeds
1 Pound ~ 50,000-150,000 seeds