Tag: Cabbage

Cutworms, imported cabbageworm, cabbage looper, diamondback moth larvae, and cross-striped cabbage worm can be each cause substantial damage to cabbage. These pests can cause serious damage to young transplants as well as causing serious leaf feeding damage to older plants. What are the most common pests on plants? 10 most Common Plant Pests Aphids. Aphids […]

Pests that are eating your cabbage leaves are aphids, spider mites, slugs and snails, worms, squirrels and chipmunks, and deer. Cabbage needs 80 – 180 days to be ready to be harvested. This leaves a lot of time for pests to eat the cabbage leaves. What can I put on my cabbage to keep the […]

Cabbage aphids are persistent and outlive many of their natural predators. You can easily make an insecticidal soap in your kitchen. Combine a few teaspoons of mild, liquid Dawn dish soap with one quart of water and mix well. Either spray or wipe the soapy water mixture on your plants and let dry. What are […]

Hyssop, peppermint, rosemary, sage, thyme and southernwood all help repel the moths and butterflies that lay the larvae that eat the cabbage. Plant some of these companion plants around and between the cabbage plants to set up a barrier between pests and your cabbage. What can I put on my cabbage to keep the bugs […]

12 to 24 inches. When placing cabbage plants in your garden, be sure to space seedlings 12 to 24 inches (30-60 cm.) apart to give them plenty of room for growing large heads. Early varieties of cabbage can be planted 12 inches (30 cm.) apart and will grow anywhere from 1- to 3-pound heads (454 […]

Space your cabbage according to the guidelines on the plant tag, in an area that gets 6 or more hours of sun. Plant 1 to 2 inches deep in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. How deep do cabbage roots need? Root systems of vegetables can vary from shallow to extremely […]

Ample moisture is even more important than perfect soil for cabbage, so mulch your plants well to retain water and to keep down weeds. When should I mulch my cabbage? Scotts Growing Media Mulch is the best product on the market when it comes to mulching around Cabbage plants and other vegetables. This product should […]

While cabbage won’t destroy your pepper harvests, they do prefer a different soil. Peppers prefer a more acidic pH balance while cabbage needs a more neutral soil makeup. You can plant these in the same garden as your peppers, but be aware of the fertilizing needs of each! What should not be planted near cabbage? […]

ANSWER: The most common cabbage pests are aphids, worms, moths, and slugs. Aphids and other mites drain the essential sap from cabbage leaves, leaving the plant weak and damaged, as well as more susceptible to other pest infestations and diseases. What can I put on my cabbage to keep bugs off? The scent of garlic, […]

Too much or too little water is the most likely reason for seeds not germinating. With too little or no water, seeds remain dormant. With too much water, seeds become susceptible to rot or infection from soil-borne fungi (also referred to as “dampening off”). How long does it take for cabbage seeds to sprout? 7-10 […]

Urea fertilizers are organic fertilizers that ensure a steady supply of nutrients. They not only increase the Cabbage harvest but also improve the soil. What is this? This fertilizer is high in nitrogen; therefore, it’s great for green leafy vegetables like Cabbage. Which fertilizer is best for cabbage? A diluted solution of a balanced (10-10-10) […]

This stage of growth is known as the vegetative stage. During the vegetative stage of cabbage, new embryonic seed leaves develop into true leaves, young embryonic radicles develop into true roots, and shoots develop into stems. What is this cabbage? Cabbage, comprising several cultivars of Brassica oleracea, is a leafy green, red (purple), or white […]

As long as you wait until midsummer, you can sow anytime until late summer or even early fall in mild climates. Seeds will germinate in temperatures as low as 40 degrees F. (4 C.). Successively sow every week for a crop that will last through the winter. Can cabbage be planted in August? Plants in […]

Whereas cooked leafy and cruciferous vegetables such as kale, brussel sprouts, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower take approximately 40-50 minutes to digest. Root vegetables like turnips, beetroot, sweet potatoes, radishes and carrot digest in an hour. Why does cabbage take long to digest? Cabbage and Its Cousins Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli and cabbage, have the same […]

Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and other cruciferous vegetables are common foods that cause flatulence and gas. These plants release sulfur-containing organic compounds, called glucosinolates, when the leaves are cooked and/or chewed. Does cooked cabbage cause gas? Cabbage can give you gas because it’s a high-fiber cruciferous vegetable. Cabbage is delicious and full of nutrients, but those […]

In many cases, yes, they are perfectly edible and you need not worry. Can I eat cabbage with bugs? If there are just a handful of worms present on your cabbage plants, you should be fine just picking them off and crushing them by hand. What’s putting holes in my cabbage? These small holes are […]

Leaves with a few holes in them are perfectly edible, however, and in some European restaurants are even sought after as evidence of a truly organic salad. The good news is that cabbage worms are delicious—if you’re a predator—and a host of spiders, wasps and beetles feast on them. Can you get worms from eating […]

The Mayo Clinic spent more than a decade studying the effects of antioxidant-rich cruciferous vegetables in preventing arthritis. Their findings suggest that eating cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and bok choy lower your risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Is cabbage okay for arthritis? Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables (Brussels sprouts, […]

This fermented cabbage is high in probiotics, which aid in the digestive process. Cabbage, before it becomes sauerkraut, is also good because it contains fiber. If natural laxatives aren’t helping, get to the root of the issue with these 12 surprising things that give you constipation. Does cabbage have a laxative effect? Chemicals found in […]

Cabbage can cause diarrhea if you have a fructan intolerance. Cabbage soup is a savory vegetable stew often made with carrots, celery, onion, tomatoes, spices and of course, cabbage. It can be prepared a variety of ways. But as delicious as it can be, cabbage can cause diarrhea. Does cabbage have a laxative effect? Chemicals […]