Red Express, Heirloom Red Cabbage Seeds

Red Express, Heirloom Red Cabbage Seeds — The Earliest Red Cabbage | Bred for Northern Climates, Amazing Purple Color, 63 Days

Red Express (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is the earliest developing red cabbage we carry — bred to do better in northern climates where it matures quickly and performs reliably. Very uniform, tight, and compact with an amazing deep purple color that impressed us in our 2010 cabbage trials. A medium-sized cabbage that can be spaced much closer than other varieties, making it ideal for raised beds and intensive gardens. 2–4 pound heads are great for slaw, stir-fry, or salads. 63 days.

Why Grow Red Express?

• Earliest red cabbage we carry — 63 days; bred specifically for northern climates and short seasons
• Amazing deep purple color — very uniform and tight; outstanding visual appeal
• Compact and space-efficient — can be spaced much closer than other varieties; ideal for raised beds
• 2–4 lb heads — perfect size for fresh use, slaw, stir-fry, and salads
• Proven performer — impressed in our 2010 cabbage trials for uniformity and color
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

In the Kitchen

• Coleslaw: Deep purple color makes a stunning, vibrant slaw
• Stir-fry: Shred and add to stir-fries for color and crunch
• Salads: Shred raw into salads for color, crunch, and nutrition
• Pickling: Quick-pickle shredded red cabbage with vinegar and sugar for a bright condiment
• Fresh eating: Mild, crisp flavor excellent raw or lightly dressed

Growing Notes

Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors spacing plants closer than standard varieties — compact habit makes efficient use of garden space. Plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently. Harvest at 63 days when heads are firm, solid, and deeply colored.

Packed and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden’s success.