Caraflex is a distinctive F1 hybrid cabbage that breaks the mold with its striking pointed mini heads, earning it the nickname 'pointed cabbage' among European growers. This compact variety reaches just 9 inches tall and produces sweet, tender heads in 68 days, making it perfect for smaller gardens and successive plantings. Unlike traditional round cabbages, Caraflex forms elegant conical heads that stand out in the garden and on the plate, offering the same robust brassica flavor in a more refined package.
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What sets Caraflex apart is its unique pointed architecture and compact stature, growing to just 9 inches tall while producing full-flavored mini heads. The conical shape isn't just for show - it creates naturally tender leaves with a sweeter flavor profile than many traditional cabbages. At 68 days to harvest, it matures faster than most storage varieties, perfect for spring and fall crops in cooler climates or even winter growing where temperatures rarely drop below freezing.
Caraflex excels in applications where tender texture and mild flavor matter most. Its pointed mini heads are perfect for individual servings, quick sautés, and raw preparations where the naturally sweet character shines through. The compact size makes it ideal for stuffing whole or cutting into elegant wedges that hold their shape beautifully when cooked.
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Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow 2 seeds per cell in plug flats or 3-4 seeds per inch in flats, planting 1/4 inch deep. Maintain soil temperature of 75-85°F until germination, then reduce air temperature to about 60°F. Seedlings will be ready to transplant in 4-6 weeks.
Transplant outdoors 2-4 weeks before your average last frost date for spring crops, or in midsummer for fall harvest. Space plants 12-24 inches apart in rows 18-36 inches apart. For fall crops, transplant in June or July after starting seeds in May.
Direct sow 4-6 weeks before your average last frost date for summer crops, or 10-12 weeks before first fall frost for fall harvest. In mild climates, sow in fall for cool-season harvest.
Harvest Caraflex at 68 days when heads feel firm and pointed tips are well-formed. For best storage, harvest relatively young heads while they're still green and actively growing rather than waiting for full maturity. Cut heads at the base, leaving outer leaves if you want smaller secondary heads to develop from side shoots.
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