Savoy cabbage 'Di Piacenza Hiver' (Brassica oleracea var. sabauda), offered by Weston Seeds
🥬 A robust and tasty winter cabbage! 🥬
Savoy cabbage 'Di Piacenza Hiver' is an Italian heirloom variety renowned for its hardiness and delicious flavor . Its thick, flat heads , weighing about 6 lbs (2.7 kg) , are formed of dark green, wrinkled, flavorful leaves that are both aesthetically pleasing in the garden and perfect in the kitchen .
💡 Ideal for late harvests , this cabbage resists autumn frosts , making it a must-have for extending the harvest season!
Features
📅 Days to maturity : 60-65 days
📏 Head size : 10-12 inches in diameter (~2.7 kg / 6 lbs)
🌿 Plant height : 35-40 cm (14-16 inches)
🌱 Spacing between plants : 35-45 cm (14-18 inches)
🚜 Row spacing : 75 cm (30 inches)
☀️ Exposure : Full sun
🌱 Sowing : Indoors recommended
📦 Quantity per pack : nd
Cultivation method
🌱 Indoor sowing :
Sow 5 to 6 weeks before the last frost , in a light substrate. Cover the seeds with 6 mm (1/4 inch) of soil and maintain a temperature of 20°C (70°F) . Germination in 7 to 10 days .
🌱 Transplantation :
Harden off young plants before transplanting them in late May , spacing them 45 cm (18 inches) apart and 75 cm (30 inches) apart between rows .
🌡️ Ideal conditions :
🌞 Daytime temperature : 12 to 21°C (55-70°F)
🌙 Night temperature : 4 to 10°C (40-50°F)
💦 Regular watering to avoid water stress and promote well-formed heads.
Culinary use
🍲 In soups and stews : Adds a tender texture and mild flavor.
🌯 In stuffed cabbage rolls : Perfect for simmered dishes thanks to its flexible leaves.
🥗 In salad or sautéed : Raw or lightly cooked, it adds a tasty touch.
Why choose 'Di Piacenza Hiver' cabbage?
❄️ Frost resistant variety, ideal for late harvests
🍽️ Sweet and rich flavor, considered one of the best among Savoie cabbages
🌿 Tender and versatile leaves, perfect for many recipes
💪 A robust vegetable, easy to grow for a generous production!
A must-have in the vegetable garden to extend your harvests until the first frosts!
