Bravo

Family: Brassicaceae Brassica

Planting Schedule

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Crisp, cool-sweet Bravo cabbage forms dense, tightly layered heads with a vivid, deep green glow and a satisfying crunch that feels almost jewel-like in the hand.

The leaves are finely textured and hold their structure beautifully, making Bravo a standout for hearty, slow-simmered favorites and bright, tangy preparations alike. Grow it for a reliable, full-size harvest at about 85 days—an elegant garden centerpiece that delivers bold, satisfying flavor from the first bite onward.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 85 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Bravo 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 18th	Aug 11th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 8th	Aug 1st – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 8th	Aug 1st – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 12th	Aug 5th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 8th	Aug 1st – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 6th	Jul 30th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 1st	Jul 25th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	Apr 27th	Jul 21st – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	Apr 24th	Jul 18th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 18th	Jul 12th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 13th	Jul 7th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 3rd	Jun 27th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Mar 25th	Jun 18th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 16th	Jun 9th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Feb 27th	May 23rd – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 2nd	Apr 28th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	40
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Bravo’s tightly layered, jewel-crisp structure is made for chopped, sauced, and simmered without turning to mush. Its cool sweetness loves sharp acids and browned fats—think tangy slaw or bacon-butter braises where the crunch stays audible.

Best Uses

shredded slaw that keeps bite under a sharp vinaigrette
pan-fried cabbage wedges for browned edges and tender-crisp centers
slow-simmered braises (they hold their integrity in the pot)
quick pickle for crisp, tangy, jewel-like bites

Flavor Profile

cool-sweet cabbage flavor dense, tightly layered crunch finely textured leaves that stay structured clean, cabbage-bright finish with mild bite

Kitchen Pairings

apple mustard bacon caraway butter vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat downy mildew on Bravo plants?

Downy mildew shows up as pale yellow patches on leaf tops with gray-purple growth on the underside, and it spreads fast in cool, humid weather. Remove and trash badly infected leaves, then improve airflow by spacing plants and watering at the base (no overhead watering). Spray a labeled copper-based fungicide early at the first spots, repeating according to the label every 7–10 days during wet spells.

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

From about the time plants are actively growing until near maturity (~weeks 4–11), keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy—about 1 inch of water per week total, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and stop frequent watering once the plants approach harvest to avoid watery, lower-quality produce.

How can I tell when Bravo is ready to harvest?

Harvest around 85 days from sowing when fruits/cobs are at full size and color for Bravo and the surface looks firm and properly developed. For best flavor and storage, pick in the morning and avoid harvesting when plants are still wet from dew or rain.