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Brussels Sprouts, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower are just a few of the vegetables classed as brassica and there are plenty to choose from in our online range. Be sure to cover young plants with fine netting to deter birds and other pests.
Cauliflower 'All The Year Round' (Spring/ Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) A very useful, very white, dwarf variety that can be sown and harvested at most of the cauliflower harvesting periods of the year. Cauliflower ‘All The Year Round’ will make large, tight heads and is one of the easiest to grow as well. This versatile cauliflower is ideal for successional sowings. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 75cm (30”) More info |
Cauliflower 'Gypsy' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Cauliflower ‘Gyspy’ is a particularly useful summer variety, producing deep, round, white curds without the pink tinge which can often occur on summer Cauliflowers. The curds are ideal for exhibition. With its vigorous habit this RHS AGM variety will also perform well on less fertile soils. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Hispi' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Customer RatingVersatile Summer Cabbage ‘Hispi’ can be grown at virtually any season of the year and comes to maturity faster than cabbages bred for specific seasons. Even autumn sown, it will beat the earliest of the spring cabbages and a Jan/Feb sowing will also fill the late spring gap in cropping. This RHS AGM variety is a strong and uniform pointed type, with a beautifully sweet flavour. Cabbage ‘Hispi’ has good bolt resistance and needs little growing space so it is ideal for growing in small gardens where space is at a premium. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Andrew Tokely says: "I always sow this cabbage in early March, and I harvest the first sweet and tender hearts by mid June. This is far quicker than traditional spring cabbage sown in the autumn and the flavour is miles better too." Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Red Jewel' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Red Jewel’ is one of the best round red cabbages available and will certainly add a bright splash of colour to your plate. This delicious red cabbage produces large, tightly packed hearts with crisp, ruby red leaves that can be harvested from late July to October. This RHS AGM variety will stand in the ground over a long period and stores well once harvested. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Aquiles' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) A multi-purpose variety of Calabrese that is primarily used for early sowings and summer cropping, producing smooth, fine-domed heads in just 65 days from transplanting. Broccoli ‘Aquiles’ can also be sown in autumn Late sowings can also be overwintered to produce superb quality heads in late spring. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 75cm (30”). More info |
Cabbage 'Pyramid' F1 Hybrid (Spring/Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) A versatile British bred, pointed cabbage for sowing and harvesting all year round. Cabbage ‘Pyramid’ is ideal for use as 'greens' or 'hearted cabbages with very good colour. This RHS AGM variety stands very well, staying in good condition without bolting. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cauliflower 'Avalanche' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Excellent dual purpose variety, particularly for solid miniature heads when planted closely, or for a snow white larger head at wider spacing. Cauliflower ‘Avalanche’ has a vigorous, upright habit, producing quality heads which stand well in good condition. Suitable for close spacing to produce miniature heads. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Elisa' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Elisa’ is a deliciously sweet tasting summer cabbage of exceptional quality, producing compact, round, shiny heads. This RHS AGM variety stands well over a long period without splitting, and has good resistance to bolting. Ideal sliced raw in salads and stir-fries as well as a steamed vegetable. Height: 25cm (10”). Spread: 35cm (14”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'All Year Round Collection'Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Enjoy this collection of tasty cabbages that can be harvested all year round. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 60cm (24").
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Cabbage 'Derby Day' (Summer) - Duchy Originals Organic SeedsBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group) As its name suggests, Cabbage ‘Derby Day’ can be harvested as early as June. This ballhead summer cabbage has good resistance against bolting and stands well over a long period making it ideal for successional harvests. Delicious boiled, steamed or shredded raw into salads. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |