Most cabbage varieties will tolerate temperatures into the low 20s. Planting dates should be planned so that harvest dates occur in cool weather. Cabbage plants prefer loose, moist, well drained soil. Mulch will help keep soil loose and cool. Cabbage plants can be easily started from seed in transplant containers or directly in garden soil.
Most garden centers sell both seeds and seedlings.
When purchasing seedlings, buy plants that have at least four complete leave. Plant seedlings almost up to the first real leaves. Animal Repellants Weathervanes Magazines Cabbage is a hardy vegetable that grows especially well in fertile soils. There are various shades of green available, as well as red or purple types. Head shape varies from the standard round to flattened or pointed.