As a rule, gardeners often turn to the types of cabbage established in our area. However, they forget about exotic options, which, surprisingly, are easy to grow and equally useful. Get to know these species closer.
Chinese cabbage pak choi
This cabbage contains substances such as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and iron. To the great joy of summer residents, this cabbage can successfully grow in our climate. You won’t have to worry about leaving: it resists diseases well.
It needs to be planted in March or August, because it will not be able to endure the intense heat. A month after sowing, you can cut off the leaves, which is a significant plus.
Romanesco cabbage or roman cabbage
At first glance, Romanesco can puzzle with its bright appearance, but this does not affect its taste. Depending on the place of residence, the method without seedlings is used if the climate is warm and vice versa. They plant it in May, when it is no longer cold outside.
Suitable soil with low acidity. Leaving does not differ from any other types: watering, weeding, top dressing. Various pests can claim cabbage, therefore it should be protected by any means.
Unpretentious Mizuna Cabbage
This species is so unpretentious that it can grow even in apartment conditions. There are several varieties that affect color. So, it can be red or green. Mizuna abundantly presents with crops.
Cutting off the leaves, the new ones will not take long to wait. You can take leaves for sampling after a month and a half already. To maintain its vital activity requires regular watering.
Curly cabbage
Its other names are “Grünkol” or “Kale”. This species is able to reach one and a half meters in height, pleasing the eye with its unusualness. It's easy to grow cabbage.
All that needs to be done on an ongoing basis is to water and feed. Unlike other species, it tolerates cold well and does not lose its taste.
Varieties of Savoy Cabbage
Savoy cabbage impresses with its originality. It is not as fruitful as other species, but has a number of positive aspects. Firstly, it is tasty and even more useful than, for example, the usual white-headed.
Secondly, a ripened head of cabbage can weigh up to 3 kg. Thirdly, she is not afraid of cold times. It is necessary to grow it with seedlings, and the soil must be fertile.
All of the above types can be used both separately and in combination with salads. They can be fried, stewed, boiled and canned - there are many ways, and all of them bring only benefit.
