Crop Rotation Group
Brassicas (Cabbage family)
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Soil
Rich, moist soil, firm with plenty of well rotted compost dug in.
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Position
Sun or partial shade preferred.
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Frost tolerant
Yes.
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Feeding
Not required if good soil.
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Companions
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Spacing
Single Plants: 25cm (9") each way (minimum)
Rows: 20cm (7") with 30cm (11") row gap (minimum)
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Sow and Plant
Sow directly into soil. Can
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Notes
May need to protect under mesh or exclusion netting to prevent problems with flea beetle and caterpillars. Keep soil moist in dry weather to prevent bolting (running to seed.)
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Harvesting
Harvest as required.
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Troubleshooting
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