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Hardy — can tolerate frost
When to plant cabbage in the UK
Different varieties for each season — spring, summer, autumn, and winter types. Red cabbage is less bothered by caterpillars.
What cabbage need
Sun. Firm, well-manured soil. Net against pigeons and butterflies.
Good companions
Keep apart from
- Tomatoes
- Runner beans
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