{"product_id":"red-express-cabbage","title":"Cabbage, Red Express","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"64\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"24\"\u003eCabbage, Red Express\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"27\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"62\"\u003e(Brassica oleracea var. capitata)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eRed Express Cabbage is a fast-maturing red cabbage variety prized for its compact heads, vibrant purple color, and reliable early harvests. This variety produces firm, round heads with crisp leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Its smaller size and quick growth make it well suited for spring gardens and intensive planting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eEarly-Maturing Red Cabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eRed Express is known for its quick development, producing harvestable heads earlier than many other red cabbage varieties. Ideal for gardeners seeking early-season cabbage harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eCompact, Dense Heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"686\"\u003ePlants produce firm, round heads that are smaller and easier to manage than large storage cabbages. This makes them well suited to raised beds and close spacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eCrisp Leaves with Mild Sweet Flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eThe rich purple leaves are crunchy and slightly sweet. Excellent for fresh slaws, salads, sautéing, and colorful vegetable dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eReliable Cool-Season Performer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eGrows best in the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. 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Maintain fertile soil and consistent moisture to encourage dense head formation. Harvest when heads become firm and fully developed. In permaculture systems, rotate cabbage with legumes or soil-building crops to maintain soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eRed Express Cabbage offers vibrant color, early harvests, and crisp flavor—an excellent cabbage for productive cool-season gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"4-pack","offer_id":47817520513283,"sku":"ANV-0342","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/D33F11B3-5A85-453E-97A2-368399236E70.jpg?v=1774034672","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/red-express-cabbage","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}