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Egyptian Cabbage Seeds
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[Brassica oleracea] Seeds of an early hybrid cabbage variety with dark green leaves and a sweet taste, quick to harvest.
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- Egyptian Cabbage
- The Egyptian Cabbage Plant
- How to Sow Egyptian Cabbage
- How to Grow Egyptian Cabbage
- Tips for Growing Egyptian Cabbage
- Diseases and Pests of Egyptian Cabbage
- Properties of Egyptian Cabbage
- Nutritional Values of Egyptian Cabbage (per 100 g)
Egyptian Cabbage
Egyptian cabbage is a hybrid variety with an early cycle, valued for its sweet taste and numerous beneficial properties. It has a dark green color, with large, smooth leaves crossed by natural lighter green veins.
The Egyptian cabbage Plant
Botanically it is a Brassica oleracea var. capitata, part of the Brassicaceae family. The outer leaves, smooth and concave, wrap around the younger leaves forming a compact head, commonly called a "cabbage head".
It is a very early-cycle variety, allowing a harvest in relatively short time compared to other cabbage cultivars.
How to Sow Egyptian cabbage
Sowing takes place from March to October, either in a seedbed for later transplanting or by direct sowing in the open field. Seeds should be buried about 1-1.5 cm deep, spacing plants at least 40 cm apart and 50-60 cm between rows, to give enough room for the head to develop.
How to Grow Egyptian cabbage
This variety favors well-drained soil rich in organic matter, with a sunny position: it dislikes overly dry and sultry heat but tolerates cold reasonably well, except below 6-8°C. The ideal growth temperature is between 18 and 20°C.
Harvest usually takes place about 55 days after sowing, once the head has reached a compact texture and the typical size of the variety.
Tips for Growing Egyptian cabbage
The soil should never dry out completely: it is advisable to water regularly, directing water toward the soil rather than the leaves, to prevent many fungal problems. Drip irrigation is particularly well suited to this crop.
Diseases and Pests of Egyptian cabbage
Common fungal diseases include collar rot, downy mildew and powdery mildew, which should be monitored regularly. The most damaging pests include cabbage white caterpillars (Pieris brassicae) and aphids, easily controlled with Bacillus thuringiensis-based products or natural preventive methods such as plant macerates.
Properties of Egyptian cabbage
The leaves of this cabbage have a modest calorie content and are rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber. Its sweet taste makes it suitable both for raw consumption in salads and for steaming, boiling or baking.
Nutritional Values of Egyptian cabbage (per 100 g)
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Protein: 1.3 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.8 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Vitamin C: 36.6 mg
- Potassium: 170 mg