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Cabbage

Scientific name	Brassica campestris
Common name	Cabbage
Type	Vegetables
Variety	N/A
USDA Zone hardiness	5a - 8b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	Under 1'
Spread	Under 1'

A hardy vegetable that grows best in fertile soils. Cabbages come in various shades of green, as well as red or purple types. Head shape varies from the standard round to flattened or pointed, different varieties have smooth leaves, and some savoy types have wrinkled textured leaves. Cabbage is easy to grow if you select the proper variety for your location as well as manage insects.