Beira

Family: Brassicaceae Brassica

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Rich, tightly layered heads of Beira unfold with a cool, crisp crunch and a clean, sweet brassica flavor that feels fresh and refined.

At maturity, the foliage forms a dense, well-rounded cabbage with a smooth, sturdy texture—ideal for turning into hearty staples and for keeping quality you can count on from garden to pantry. Grow Beira for dependable performance and a satisfying, garden-fresh bite at peak ripeness.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Beira Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 27th	May 25th	Aug 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Beira’s tight layers and cool sweetness make it a cabbage you can treat as both crisp produce and hearty braise material—it stays structured long enough to caramelize at the edges. It also takes fermentation cleanly, turning that gentle brassica bite into a bright, snappy tang instead of a harsh funk.

Best Uses

braise into a slick, tender-savory pot with fat and stock
ferment for quick, tangy slaw or longer kraut-style pickling
shred and sear for cabbage steaks (caramelized edges, juicy centers)
toss raw into a snappy salad that won’t go limp fast

Flavor Profile

cool, clean sweetness crisp, tightly layered crunch gentle brassica bite with a sweet finish holds texture under heat

Kitchen Pairings

butter caraway seeds smoked pork apple cider vinegar white pepper mustard

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Beira leaves wilting or turning yellow, and what can I do about it?

Wilting with yellowing on Beira is often caused by Fusarium or other soil-borne wilts, which move through the roots. Remove and discard affected plants, then do not replant Beira (or other brassicas) in the same bed for several years; solarize the area if possible and improve drainage before replanting. Water at the soil level and avoid wetting foliage to reduce disease spread to nearby plants.

How often should I water Beira during the main growing phase?

During the ~70-day growing period, keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for the top 1 inch to stay slightly damp. In typical home gardens this usually means watering 1–2 times per week, but increase to 2–3 times weekly during hot spells, always checking moisture first. If plants are in containers, expect more frequent watering to prevent the root zone from drying out between waterings.

How can I tell when my Beira is ready to harvest?

Beira is generally ready at about 70 days when plants reach full size and the leaves are firm with good color for the variety. Harvest when leaves are mature but not overly tough: pick the largest outer leaves first, and leave the center to keep producing. If you see flowering/seed stalk development, harvest becomes more urgent because leaf quality declines quickly.