DELIVERY INFO
We are proud to offer free delivery on many products within our service area of the Kootenay-Boundary region of British Columbia. Seeds are a $5 flat rate delivery charge.
NOTE:Tree & Plant orders placed in the winter months are delivered in May or available to pick up on or after April 30th during open hours. Seed orders ship within 1 to 2 weeks from the date the order is finalized or you can select your preferred date. Please reach out to us if you have any questions. Processing times may vary based on product availability.
Product Details
Big Flat Head Cabbage lives up to its name with wide, dense, flattened heads that pack a lot of weight and flavor into a single plant. The leaves are smooth, crisp, and tightly layered, making it ideal for fresh slaws, hearty cooking, or storing through the cooler months. Its vigorous growth habit and reliable performance mean you’ll get a steady, satisfying harvest, and the plants stand up well in the garden even as the heads reach full size. This classic cabbage variety is simple to grow, forgiving in a range of soils, and delivers dependable, flavorful results season after season.
Big Flat Head Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)
Wide, dense, flattened cabbage heads with smooth, crisp leaves. Perfect for fresh slaws, cooking, or storage. Vigorous, reliable, and easy to grow in a variety of soils.
| Days to Maturity | 80–90 days from transplant |
| Plant Size | 18–24" tall, 18–24" wide |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Start Indoors | 6–8 weeks before last frost |
| Direct Sow | Can be sown outdoors 2–4 weeks before last frost, but best started indoors for consistent heads. |
| Seed Depth / Germination | Sow 1/4" deep. Germinates in 7–10 days at 18–24°C (65–75°F) soil. |
| Spacing | 18–24" between plants; 24–30" between rows |
| Soil & Water | Fertile, well-drained soil. Keep evenly moist for dense, firm heads. |
| Special Traits | Wide, dense flat heads; classic cabbage flavor; reliable growth |
| Flavor & Uses | Sweet, crisp, and firm. Ideal for slaws, cooking, and storage. |
| Harvest | Harvest when heads are firm and fully formed. Pick outer leaves as needed. |