Jung Seed Caraflex Cabbage
Best compact cabbage for home gardeners seeking gourmet flavor and reliability.
These petite, pointed heads offer a crisp texture and sweeter flavor profile than traditional round varieties. Perfectly sized for smaller households, they provide a versatile addition to fresh salads and sandwiches while maintaining excellent storage life.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking a gourmet, salad-quality cabbage variety
- Urban gardeners maximizing yields in small raised beds
- Gardeners needing reliable performance against common soil-borne diseases
Who should skip it
- Traditionalists who prefer self-sustaining heirloom seed saving practices
- Homesteaders looking for crops to store in root cellars
- Low-maintenance growers unwilling to manage frequent garden pests
Performance breakdown
Harvest Speed
Early maturity window ensures a quick turnaround for impatient home gardeners.
Storage Longevity
Ten-week shelf life significantly reduces food waste for smaller households.
Flavor Profile
Crisp, sweet notes elevate this variety above standard round cabbage options.
Portion Efficiency
Petite heads are perfectly sized to prevent excess kitchen scraps.
Growth Versatility
Wide hardiness range makes this hybrid adaptable to diverse climates.
Culinary Utility
Ideal texture for raw applications like slaws and fresh sandwich toppings.
Key Specs
Genus
Brassica
Species
oleracea
Subspecies
Caraflex
Seed Count
50
Days to Maturity
70 days
Light Requirements
Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 to 9
Spacing
12 to 18 inches
Seed Type
Hybrid
Edible
Yes
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