{"product_id":"red-express-cabbage","title":"Red Express, Heirloom Red Cabbage Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Express, Heirloom Red Cabbage Seeds — The Earliest Red Cabbage | Bred for Northern Climates, Amazing Purple Color, 63 Days\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express (\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecapitata\u003c\/em\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Red Express?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarliest red cabbage we carry\u003c\/strong\u003e — 63 days; bred specifically for northern climates and short seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmazing deep purple color\u003c\/strong\u003e — very uniform and tight; outstanding visual appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and space-efficient\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be spaced much closer than other varieties; ideal for raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2–4 lb heads\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect size for fresh use, slaw, stir-fry, and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven performer\u003c\/strong\u003e — impressed in our 2010 cabbage trials for uniformity and color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e — save seed year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColeslaw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple color makes a stunning, vibrant slaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shred and add to stir-fries for color and crunch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shred raw into salads for color, crunch, and nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick-pickle shredded red cabbage with vinegar and sugar for a bright condiment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, crisp flavor excellent raw or lightly dressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart 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. 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