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Bilko Cabbage, 6 plants

Bilko Cabbage, 6 plants

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  • 6-8 weeks mature
  • Certified Organic
  • Full Sun (6+ hrs/day) recommended
  • Ships as a 6-pack plant

Growth Timeline

  • Growing Season: Year Round (in mild climates)
  • First Harvest: You may start picking leafs as soon as there are at least 3 mature leaves (4-5" long), which takes about 3-4 weeks. Always keep at least 3 leaves on plant for vegetative growth to continue.
  • Final Harvest: 8-12 weeks

Growing Zone

Bilko Cabbage, 6 plants grows best in zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11, but may do well outside that range as well.

Most leafy greens like the cooler temperatures, but they can generally grow year-round. You want to be aware of the extreme temperature ranges in your region. Refer to the guidelines below:

COLD CLIMATES

  • If you live in a location where the temperatures dip below freezing, hold off on growing until night temperatures are consistently in the 40's.
  • On the occasional dips into the 30's, you can cover your seedlings with a sheet overnight.

WARM CLIMATES:

  • If you regularly experience temperatures above 90 degrees for long periods of time, you may want to focus on herbs and heat-tolerant fruiting plants (tomatoes and peppers) during the heat intensive months.
  • Once temperatures are consistently in the 80's, you can start growing leafy greens.

To find out what extreme temperatures your location experiences, check out the USDA zone for your region.

Watering Tips

Keep soil consistently moist.

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About this plant

‘Bilko’ is a standout Napa cabbage known for producing large, 12-inch football-shaped heads with overlapping golden-green leaves and a mild, sweet flavor. This variety is slow to bolt and offers excellent disease resistance, making it a reliable choice for home gardeners.

The tender, crisp leaves are incredibly versatile—delicious fresh in salads, cooked or braised, and ideal for kimchi, stir-fries, and soups. Its shape and texture also make it a great substitute for lettuce or traditional cabbage in many dishes.

  • Head Size: Large 12-inch Napa heads
  • Flavor: Mild, sweet, tender leaves
  • Maturity: Approx. 65 days
  • Light: Full Sun
  • Bolting: Slow to bolt
  • Botanical Name: Brassica rapa var. Pekinensis
  • Resists: More disease resistant than similar varieties

Organically grown and shipped with care—perfect for spring, summer, and fall gardens, as well as raised beds and home kitchens.

We take great care to ensure our seedlings are healthy and well-established before they’re shipped. Seedlings typically arrive within 1-4 days. For more information, see our shipping policy.

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