Johnsons Cabbage (Savoy) Vertus Seeds, ‘Ormskirk’ type, a hardy and reliable, extra late, green savoy. Harvest when firm and solid. Rotate Brassica crops yearly.

For outdoor sowing When April to June. Where In a prepared seed bed. How Sow thinly in rows 23cm apart. Cover with 1.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Care When 5-6 leaves have formed, transplant to final position with 60cm between plants and rows. Firm in well. Keep moist and weed free. Harvest December to March. For indoor sowing When March to May. Where In trays of moist compost. How Sow thinly, cover with a fine layer of compost and firm gently. Keep at approx. 13°C and keep moist. Seedlings appear 7-21 days. Care When large enough to handle transplant 5cm apart in trays of compost. Gradually acclimatise to outside conditions. Transplant to final position with 60cm between plants and rows. Firm in well. Keep moist and weed free. Harvest December to March.

‘Ormskirk’ type, hardy and reliable, extra late, green savoy with crinkled leaves and firm heads. Very hardy and reliable, ready for Christmas dinner.

Sow time: Mar-Jun
Flowering/Harvesting time: Dec-Mar