Katarina Cabbage is a compact early variety of Brassica oleracea that matures in just 45 days from transplant, making it one of the fastest cabbage varieties you can grow. This cultivar produces tightly formed heads in a space-efficient growth habit, requiring minimal room in the garden while delivering nutrient-dense harvests. It thrives in full sun with consistent moisture and prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil, reaching maturity quickly enough for multiple plantings across the growing season.
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At 45 days to harvest, Katarina moves from transplant to dinner table faster than most cabbage varieties, rewarding impatient gardeners with remarkably quick results. Its compact growth habit means you can tuck it into small spaces or succession-plant densely for continuous harvests. The tight, efficient head formation makes it reliable for early spring sowings when other varieties would struggle, and its speed means you can sneak in a second or even third planting before frost arrives.
As a member of the Brassica oleracea family, Katarina Cabbage excels as a versatile culinary vegetable rich in vitamin C and antioxidant phytonutrients. Its compact heads work well for fresh eating, slaws, stir-fries, and quick-cooked preparations where tender, crisp texture shines. The variety's rapid maturity makes it especially valuable for home gardeners seeking consistent harvests throughout the season rather than a single large crop.
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Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before your intended transplant date. Maintain soil temperature around 65-75°F for reliable germination. Harden off seedlings gradually over 7-10 days before moving outdoors.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after hardening off, spacing plants 4 inches apart with 2 inches between rows. Plant into soil that has reached 50°F or warmer. Timing varies by region; in cooler climates, transplant in early spring for a late spring/early summer harvest.
Direct sow seeds from March through June. Sow directly into garden soil at the appropriate depth, then thin seedlings to 4-inch spacing. Add 25-35 days to the stated days-to-maturity when direct seeding, as seedlings need time to establish before heading begins.
Harvest Katarina cabbage 45 days after transplanting (or 70-80 days after direct sowing) when heads feel firm and compact to the touch. Cut heads from the stem, leaving 2-3 outer wrapper leaves intact to protect against bruising during handling and storage. Remove any yellowing outer leaves before storage. Early maturing varieties like this one mature quickly and can split or deteriorate if left unharvested, so monitor plants closely as they approach maturity and harvest promptly once heads firm up.
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