🥬 Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage – 3”

Meet Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage, the heirloom favorite that’s been delighting gardeners since the 1840s! Known for its compact, pointed heads and tender, sweet flavor, this cabbage variety matures faster than most, giving you crisp, fresh harvests earlier in the season.

🌱 A Little History

Early Jersey Wakefield was introduced in the mid-1800s and quickly became the standard for home gardeners thanks to its reliability and flavor. Its distinctive conical shape means it fits perfectly into smaller gardens, raised beds, and tight planting spaces — a true classic for Southern kitchens.

🏡 Where It Grows Best

• USDA Zones: 3–10 (excellent for Zone 8/9 fall & early spring planting)

• Sun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

• Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained soil

• Spacing: 12–18” apart – great for smaller spaces and staggered plantings

🌿 Care Instructions

1. Planting: Transplant your 3” start into well-amended soil with compost.

2. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for sweet, tender leaves.

3. Feeding: Fertilize every 3–4 weeks with a balanced veggie fertilizer.

4. Harvesting: Ready in just 60–70 days from transplant. Cut when heads are firm and tight.

🌸 Companion Planting

Early Jersey Wakefield grows beautifully alongside dill, onions, and beets to repel pests and promote strong growth. Avoid planting near pole beans or tomatoes.

This cabbage is a favorite for coleslaw, stir fry, or stuffing! Its small size makes it easy to grow and quick to harvest — the perfect choice for gardeners who love fresh, crisp greens early in the season. 🌿✨

📍 Available now at Wrights Market – let’s get your fall garden started!

🌱🥬 Seasonal Planting Tips – Early Jersey Cabbage

It’s cabbage planting time at Wrights Market, and Early Jersey Wakefield is the go-to variety for Southern gardeners who want quick, tender heads for their table. 🥗

🗓 When to Plant:
📍 Zone 8/9 Tip: Plant now through early fall for a harvest in 60–70 days — just in time for cozy soups, slaws, and roasts.

🌞 Growing Tips:

• Plant in full sun with 12–18” spacing

• Keep soil evenly moist for the sweetest leaves

• Fertilize regularly to support rapid growth

🍴 Kitchen Inspiration:
Try shredding fresh-picked cabbage for slaw or fermenting for homemade sauerkraut — it’s garden-to-table magic!

📍 Stop by Wrights Market today for your 3” Early Jersey Cabbage starts along with companion plants and fertilizers for a thriving cool-season garden.