All Seasons Cabbage carries the remarkable story of a 19th-century American heirloom that earned its name through sheer adaptability. First introduced by J.J.H. Gregory & Son in 1886 Massachusetts, this variety produces substantial 10-11 inch heads weighing 11-14 pounds in just 80-89 days. Thriving across zones 2-10, it handles both the heat of Southern summers and Northern autumn frosts with equal grace, making it truly deserving of its "All Seasons" moniker.
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Growing Conditions
USDA Zone
2-10
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Fertile Loam With Consistent Moisture
Preferred Temp60-75°F
Growth Stats
18 in
Height
—
Width
18 in
Spacing
80–89
Days to Harvest
PeriodPerennial
TypeForb/herb
Plant Profile
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Zones
2-10
Size
18in H x ?in W
Growth
Perennial
Care
High
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Highlights
This hardy cabbage stands out for its exceptional heat resistance and ability to produce consistently solid, round heads flattened on top with crisp, tightly packed leaves. The variety's remarkable adaptability allowed it to flourish from South Texas early plantings to Northern late harvests, earning praise in Burpee's 1890 catalog as a "sure-heading variety" that could withstand hot summer sun and dry weather. Its bolt-resistant nature and mild, slightly sweet flavor make it equally valuable for fresh eating and traditional sauerkraut production.
Common Uses
This versatile cabbage excels in traditional sauerkraut production thanks to its dense, solid heads and excellent fermentation qualities. The crisp, tightly packed leaves with their mild, slightly sweet flavor work beautifully in fresh applications like coleslaw and salads, while the substantial head size makes it perfect for stuffed cabbage rolls, braised dishes, and hearty soups. Its ability to maintain quality through extended growing seasons makes it valuable for succession planting and extended harvest periods.
Growing Timeline
First Bloom
N/a (Non-flowering Variety Grown For Heads)
First Harvest
Late Spring
Last Harvest
Early Fall
Care Instructions
Harvesting
Harvest All Seasons Cabbage when heads reach 10-11 inches across and feel solid and heavy, typically weighing 11-14 pounds at maturity around 80-89 days. The heads should be firm and dense with tightly packed outer leaves, and the flat-topped, round shape should be well-developed before cutting at the base of the plant.
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Companion Planting
Pests & Diseases
Ecology & Traits
Edible
Scientific Classification
Brassica oleracea L.
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Brassica
Duration
Perennial
Native Status
L48 (I)PR (I)CAN (W)GL (W)
History & Origin
“All Seasons Cabbage began its journey in 1886 when J.J.H. Gregory & Son of Marblehead, Massachusetts first listed this promising variety. Within just four years, it had caught the attention of the renowned Burpee company, appearing in their 1890 Farm Annual as a "Novelty" under the alternative name "The Vandergaw." The variety quickly proved its worth across diverse American growing regions, becoming widely planted in South Texas as an early type while simultaneously serving Northern gardeners as a reliable late variety. This dual-purpose nature, combined with its heat resistance and disease tolerance, established All Seasons as a valuable market garden staple throughout the late 1800s and beyond.”