{"product_id":"red-express-cabbage-seeds","title":"Red Express Cabbage Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Open-Pollinated","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Express Cabbage Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow an early, space-efficient red cabbage with Red Express, \u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e. This heirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated variety forms compact plants with firm, richly colored purple-red heads and is particularly useful for gardeners who want a quicker cool-season cabbage harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express generally reaches maturity in about 63 days under suitable conditions. Its medium-size heads commonly reach approximately 2–4 pounds and work beautifully in slaw, salads, stir-fries, braised dishes, pickles, and other fresh or cooked recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEarly-maturing Red Express red cabbage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact plants with tight purple-red heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 63 days to maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeads commonly reach about 2–4 lb under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWell suited to cool spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Express Cabbage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Express\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Heading Cabbage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact and heading\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 8–12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple to red-purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Head Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2–4 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 63 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express is a cool-season cabbage. For a spring harvest, start seeds indoors about 4–6 weeks before transplanting. For a fall crop, time sowing so plants develop their heads as temperatures become cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 1\/4 inch deep and keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Under favorable conditions, germination commonly takes about 7–12 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarden seedlings gradually before transplanting outdoors. Space plants about 12–18 inches apart and provide roughly 24–36 inches between rows where garden space permits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCabbage needs fertile soil and a steady supply of moisture to develop firm, crisp heads. A soil pH around 6.0–7.0 is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid severe swings between drought and saturated conditions. Consistent watering is especially important while heads are forming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCool-Season Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express was selected for relatively rapid maturity and performs particularly well in northern and short-season conditions. Its compact habit also makes it useful for raised beds and smaller vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCabbage generally performs best during cool weather. Prolonged summer heat can reduce head quality, so gardeners in warmer regions often get better results from early spring or fall planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express generally reaches maturity in about 63 days under suitable conditions. Check heads as harvest approaches and cut them when they feel firm and solid when gently squeezed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crisp purple-red leaves can be shredded for slaw and salads, sliced for stir-fries, braised, pickled, fermented, or incorporated into soups and other cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2–4 pound head range and 63-day maturity are useful variety guidelines rather than guarantees. Temperature, spacing, soil fertility, available moisture, planting date, and local growing conditions can all affect head size and harvest timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHead color can range from deep red-purple to rich purple depending on maturity, temperature, and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly does Red Express Cabbage mature?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Express is listed at approximately 63 days to maturity under suitable conditions, making it an early red cabbage compared with many larger, later varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large are Red Express cabbage heads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeads commonly reach about 2–4 pounds. Actual size varies with spacing, fertility, moisture, and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Red Express grow in containers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The variety is relatively compact and is listed as container suitable. Use a sufficiently large container with drainage holes, fertile potting mix, consistent moisture, and adequate sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Red Express in partial shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, some partial shade is tolerated, although full sun generally supports stronger head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs cabbage frost tolerant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished cabbage tolerates cool conditions and can withstand some below-freezing temperatures later in growth, but young seedlings still need appropriate acclimation and protection from severe cold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mai's Family","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":67905871741234,"sku":"693039732181","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Seeds","offer_id":67905871774002,"sku":"693039732182","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Grams","offer_id":67905871806770,"sku":"693039732183","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Grams","offer_id":67905871839538,"sku":"693039732184","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz","offer_id":67905871872306,"sku":"693039732185","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/9743\/2114\/files\/maisfamily_e93232bd-c2aa-4e9a-9a79-575706d684e0.png?v=1791152677","url":"https:\/\/maisfamily.us\/products\/red-express-cabbage-seeds","provider":"Mai's Family","version":"1.0","type":"link"}