vegetable variety in zone 5b
Brunswick cabbage in zone 5b
Brunswick · Brassica oleracea var. capitata
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 100
The verdict
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About Brunswick
Sweet, dense, classic flavor; large flat-headed German storage cabbage. Sauerkraut, slaw, soups. Heritage open-pollinated, holds in the field, stores 3-4 months.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Brunswick in adjacent zones
Other cabbage varieties for zone 5b
- Early Jersey Wakefield
Sweet, mild, tender; pointed conical heads. Slaw, fresh, sauerkraut. Heritage early variety (60 days), excelle…
- Red Acre
Sweet-tart, crisp, deep magenta; the standard red home-garden cabbage. Slaw, pickling, fresh. Productive, hold…
- Savoy King
Mild, tender, crinkled-leaf elegance; the Savoy cabbage with frilled blue-green leaves. Stir-fries, stuffed le…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Brunswick cabbage grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Brunswick is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 6b, which includes zone 5b.
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Image: "Weißkohl Brassica oleracea var. capitata 2011", by 4028mdk09, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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