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Red Trumpet — Brassicas | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Red Trumpet
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

60days to harvest

7-14 daysdays to germinate

Z5–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

F1 hybrid

Sowing

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost for fall crops

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: High — consistent moisture needed
Soil: Well-drained loam, slightly acidic to neutral
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 3 feet
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Deep vibrant red
Size: 11-12"
Shape: Tall, slender cylindrical heads
Flavour: Mild, slightly sweet with crisp, tender texture and low bitterness characteristic of premium red cabbage.

In the kitchen

Salads, slaws, kimchi, stir-fries, roasting, braising, fermented dishes, garnishes

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	April – May	June – July	June – July	August – September
2	April – May	June – July	May – July	July – September
3	March – April	May – June	May – June	July – October
4	March – April	May – June	April – June	June – October
5	February – March	April – May	April – May	June – November
6	February – March	April – May	April – May	June – November
7	February – March	April – May	March – May	May – November
8	January – February	March – April	March – April	May – December
9	January	February – March	February – March	April – December
10	January	February – March	January – March	March – December
11	January	January – February	January – February	February – December
12	January	January – February	January – February	February – December
13	January	January – February	January – February	February – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 4 to avoid.

NasturtiumsActs as trap crop for aphids and flea beetles, protecting brassicas from these pests

MarigoldsRepels cabbage worms, aphids, and other brassica pests with their strong scent

DillAttracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that prey on cabbage worms

OnionsRepels cabbage root fly, aphids, and cabbage worms with sulfur compounds

LettuceProvides ground cover and efficient space usage without competing for nutrients

SpinachCompatible root systems and similar growing requirements, good space utilization

CarrotsDifferent root depths reduce competition while carrots help break up soil

ChivesRepels aphids and may improve flavor while deterring various brassica pests

Avoid

TomatoesCompetes for nutrients and may stunt brassica growth due to allelopathic compounds

StrawberriesBoth are heavy feeders that compete for similar nutrients, reducing yields

Pole BeansCan shade brassicas and compete for nutrients, potentially stunting growth

Mustard GreensSame family plants attract similar pests and diseases, increasing infestation risk

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 31
Protein (g): 2.57
Fat (g): 0.34
Carbohydrate (g): 6.27
Fibre (g): 2.4
Vitamin A (µg): 8
Vitamin C (mg): 91.3
Vitamin E (mg): 0.15
Vitamin K (µg): 102
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.191
Folate (µg): 65
Calcium (mg): 46
Iron (mg): 0.69
Magnesium (mg): 21
Phosphorus (mg): 67
Potassium (mg): 303
Zinc (mg): 0.42
Selenium (µg): 1.6

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the brassicas growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Red Trumpet

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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