Rotkohl Rodynda [Brassica omeracea convar. Happened var. rubra]

The red cabbage 'Rodynda' is a two-year-old, tried and tested short-stemmed cabbage variety that has been preserved in Germany in the Biodynamic Dottenfelderhof company since 1972. The stature red cabbage develops strong roots, strong turns and is resistant. The round to highly oval head has a fixed structure and a short inner stem. The aromatic taste is mild, spicy-sweet and not spicy, making it ideal for raw consumption. Harvened heads of cabbage can be stored for a couple of months.

General information
Plant family: Brassicaceae
Life Cycle: Two years old
Days to harvest: 80 days
Plant height approx.: 60 cm
Root Type: Deep Root
Nutrient requirements: Strong Eaters
Water Requirements: Medium
Winter hardiness: Up to-10 °C
Location: Sunny
Floor: Permeable, moist, loamy, humus, rich in nutrients

PH: 3.5 to 4.5

Sowing and planting information
Germ Type: Dark germ
Seed Depth: 0.5-1 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 15-20 °C
Germination time: 7-14 days
Planting, row spacing: 50x50 cm

Optimal mixed culture: Basil, marigold, marigold, marigold, marigold, rosemary, soy, beans, peas
Unfavorable mixed culture: Kohlrabi, mustard, radish, radishes, other types of cabbage

Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
From February after the last frosts, sow directly into the open air. We recommend pre-cultivation in small bowls from January to April.

Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
Sow directly into the frost-free outdoor area from May. We recommend pre-cultivation in small bowls from March to May.

General
We always recommend pre-culture for cabbage, for this purpose let the seedlings grow in a small bowl up to the first visible cabbage leaves, then pik into the desired container. After peckering, let the seedlings grow at moderate temperatures until they are planted out as seedlings. The planting of the seedlings in the bed is carried out from the 2nd Pair of leaves after the cotyledders.
Pointed cabbage prefer a sunny to partially shaded location with sufficient water and nutrient-rich, humus-rich clay soil. Prepare the soil for cabbage with deposited animal manure. Avoid waterlogging.

Additional tips
The color of red cabbage varies from red to blue depending on the nature of the soil. To prevent the laying of eggs from cabbage flies, we recommend the use of vegetable protection nets. In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and well-drained soil, an additional incorporation of biochar and primeval rock flour is recommended.

Type of propagation
Spread occurs via seeds.

Care Plants
The bed in the cabbage plants should never dry out completely, regular watering is necessary to keep the growth of the plants stable. M It animal manure prepared beds and planting in mixed culture, replaces additional fertilization.

Germination ability of seeds: 4-5 years

Other Names
Botanical names: Brassica oleracea convar. Happened var. rubra
English Names: Red cabbage
German names: Red cabbage, red cabbage, red cabbage
Portuguese names: Repolho vermelho
Spanish Names: Repollo rojo
French names: Chou rouge