cabbage

Growing Cabbage in the UK

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Healthy cabbage plants growing in a UK vegetable garden

Cabbage is one of the most traditional vegetables grown in UK gardens, yet it is also one of the most frequently misunderstood. It has a reputation for being difficult, constantly attacked by pests, or producing disappointing results. In reality, cabbage is a steady, reliable crop when its needs are understood and respected. Most cabbage failures … Read more

Brassicas Explained: Understanding the Cabbage Family in UK Gardens

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Healthy brassica crops including cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale and Brussels sprouts growing in a UK vegetable garden

Brassicas are some of the most productive vegetables you can grow in a UK garden — and some of the most frustrating when they go wrong. They sit at the heart of traditional kitchen gardens, yet they behave very differently to most other crops. Understanding those differences is the key to growing them well. Many … Read more