Cabbage Red Seeds – Desi Erra Cabbage Variety | Patta Gobhi | High Germination for Home Gardening

Product Details

Germination Time: 5-10 days
Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, full sun
Ideal Climate for Sowing: Cool season crop; best sown in winter (October-December)
Plant Height: 1-1.5 feet
Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 2-3 weeks
Life Span: Annual (biennial in cooler climates)
Ideal Growing Temperature: 15-25°C
First Harvest: 80-100 days after sowing
Maintenance Required: Moderate
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag or larger, garden beds

Specifications of Red Cabbage (Erra Cabbage) Seeds

Red Cabbage, known locally as Erra Cabbage, is a cool-season vegetable valued for its dense, deep purple-red head and crisp texture. Rich in antioxidants and often used raw in salads and slaws, it also holds up well in stir-fries and pickling. It requires consistent moisture and cooler temperatures to form a firm, well-developed head.

Benefits / Uses

Crisp texture and vibrant color, ideal for salads and slaws
Rich in antioxidants and nutrients compared to green cabbage
Versatile in the kitchen — raw, stir-fried, or pickled
Adds visual interest to garden beds with its deep purple-red foliage
Stores well after harvest when kept cool

Planting and Care for Red Cabbage

Sowing: Sow seeds ¼-½ inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil, ideally starting in a seedling tray for transplanting. Keep soil consistently moist during germination.
Growing: Requires cool temperatures and regular watering to form firm heads. Provide adequate spacing (12-18 inches) between plants for proper head development. Mulching helps retain soil moisture.
Harvesting: Harvest once heads feel firm and solid to the touch, typically 80-100 days after sowing. Cut at the base, leaving outer leaves and roots to potentially produce smaller secondary heads.

Precautions While Growing Red Cabbage

Sow within the cool season window, as warm temperatures can prevent proper head formation
Maintain consistent watering, as irregular moisture can cause heads to split
Watch for cabbage worms and aphids; use organic pest control methods where needed
Harvest promptly once heads are firm, as overripe heads can split or become woody

Other Names

Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra
Uses in Indian Languages:
Hindi: लाल पत्ता गोभी (Laal Patta Gobhi)
Telugu: ఎర్ర క్యాబేజీ (Erra Cabbage)
Tamil: சிவப்பு முட்டைக்கோஸ் (Sivappu Muttaikose)
Kannada: ಕೆಂಪು ಎಲೆಕೋಸು (Kempu Elekosu)

• Reliable home sowing performance
• Suitable for pots, grow bags & garden beds
• Clean, well-graded seeds for uniform planting
• Supports seasonal planting cycles
• Easy to store between sowings

1. Prepare soil or potting mix
2. Sow seeds at recommended depth
3. Water lightly after sowing
4. Place in suitable light conditions
5. Maintain regular moisture until sprouting

• Carefully selected seed batches
• Cleaned and graded for consistency
• Suitable for home sowing conditions
• Packed for safe storage and handling
• Designed for seasonal use
  
  

• Balcony and terrace gardeners
• Home growers starting from seed
• Small-space and container gardening
• Seasonal kitchen gardens
• Beginners and hobby gardeners

• Sow during the suitable planting season
• Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place
• Keep packets sealed after opening
• Avoid moisture exposure during storage
• Use within recommended sowing cycles