Stalk Cabbage Cima Di Rapa Sessantina [Brassica rapa var. cymosa]
Stalk Cabbage Cima Di Rapa Sessantina [Brassica rapa var. cymosa]
The annual stalk cabbage ‘Cima di Rapa Sessantina’ is a very fast-growing old variety of turnip cabbage. This type of cabbage is used like broccoli and has a sweet, mild and slightly bitter flavour. A classic winter vegetable for eating raw. Ideal for direct sowing, sowing spring-summer-autumn, pot cultivation possible, good for mixed cultivation, harvesting the cabbage buds.
Description
The stalk cabbage ‘Cima di Rapa Sessantina’ is an old annual variety of turnip cabbage from Apulia and Campania in Italy from the Mediterranean region. This fast-growing type of cabbage produces many small broccoli florets and leaves after just 5 weeks. The flavour of the tender broccoli buds is sweet and slightly bitter and can be eaten raw or steamed with the leaves and stalks. A special old relative of the turnip stalk, with the properties of mustard and broccoli, for year-round cultivation in subtropical climates and a classic winter vegetable. Can produce freshly harvested greens after just a few weeks without forming a head of cabbage.
General information
Plant family: Brassicaceae
Life cycle: Annual
Days to harvest: 40 days
Plant height approx.: 40 cm
Root type: Deep rooter
Nutrient requirements: Medium
Water requirements: Medium
Winter hardiness: Up to -3°C
Location: Sunny
Soil: Permeable, loamy, humus
pH value: 6.5 to 7.5
Sowing and planting information
Germination type: Dark germinator
Sowing depth: 0.5-1 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 15-20 °C
Germination time: 6-10 days
Plant and row spacing: 10x30 cm
Germination ability of seeds: 4-5 years
Mixed culture
Optimal mixed culture: Basil, Marigold, Tagetes, Rosemary, Soya, Bean, Pea
Unfavorable mixed culture: Kohlrabi, Onion, Garlic, Mustard, Radish, other types of cabbage
Sowing by climate zone
Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
Direct sowing from January to November is recommended. Ideally, the plants should be planted in a sunny location.
Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
Direct sowing from April to August is recommended. Ideally, the plants should be planted in a sunny location.
General recommendations
Direct sowing is recommended. After germination, thin out the plants to the specified plant spacing.
Stalk cabbage ‘Cima di Rapa Sessantina’ ideally prefers a soil that is moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich and contains humus and loam. Does not tolerate waterlogging.
Additional tips
The broccoli buds are harvested when the plant is 20-30cm tall, before the flowers open. To prevent cabbage fly eggs from being laid, we recommend the use of vegetable protection nets. In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil with good nutrient and water storage capacity, it is recommended to additionally incorporate biochar and primary rock flour.
Type of propagation
Propagation occurs via seeds.
Plant care
Loosened, nutrient-rich and moist soil is essential. No fertilisation necessary.
Other names
Botanical names: Brassica rapa var. cymosa
English names: Stalk Cabbage
German names: Stängelkohl, Brokkoli Raab, Herbstbrokkoli
Portuguese names: Brócolos, Bróculos, Talo de repolho
Spanish names: Brócoli, Col de tallo
French names: Brocoli, Chou tige
Origin
Country: Portugal
Sustainability - Open-pollinated and reproducible seeds Quality - High germination rate and high-yielding healthy plants Quality controls - seeds are checked for germination at regular intervals