🥬 Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early'

Sowing window (UK)	July to August
Minimum soil temperature	5°C at seed depth
Sowing depth	1 cm
Spacing	45 cm apart
Days to germination	7 days
Days to harvest	240 days
Sowing method	Direct sow outdoors
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Brassicaceae

When should I sow Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' in the UK?

In the UK, sow Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' from July to August. It is normally sown direct outdoors. Wait until the soil has reached 5°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - spring cabbage will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' need to germinate?

Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' needs a minimum soil temperature of 5°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early'?

For Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early', sow it 1cm deep and space plants 45cm apart.

How long does Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' take to grow?

Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' takes roughly 240 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 7 days.

Is Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' frost hardy?

Yes. Spring Cabbage 'Durham Early' is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.