Burgundy

Family: Brassicaceae Brassica

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into Burgundy’s richly colored heads—deep wine-red to near-burgundy tones that look almost lacquered in the garden.

At maturity, the cabbage forms a dense, tightly layered globe with crisp, finely textured leaves that hold their character beautifully for bold, vibrant red color in your favorite preparations. Grow Burgundy for a steadfast 75-day season and a striking centerpiece harvest that brings color and crunch to every plate.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Burgundy 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 8th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 29th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 19th	Aug 2nd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 29th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 13th	Jul 27th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 8th	Jul 22nd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	May 4th	Jul 18th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	May 1st	Jul 15th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 25th	Jul 9th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 20th	Jul 4th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 10th	Jun 24th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Apr 1st	Jun 15th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 23rd	Jun 6th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Mar 6th	May 20th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 9th	Apr 25th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 15th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Burgundy’s tightly layered leaves deliver that satisfying crunch with a sharp, lightly bitter bite that sweetens when heat and acid work together. It’s built for vinegar, mustard, and slow braises where the color and texture don’t collapse.

Best Uses

shred for quick-sautéed slaws where the color stays vivid
braise/slow-cook into a vinegar-tinged red cabbage side
stew or sheet-pan roast to mellow bitterness without going mushy
ferment into crunchy, tangy sauerkraut-style cabbage

Flavor Profile

peppery brassica snap tangy, pleasantly bitter edge fine-grained crispness with dense layers deep red-cabbage sweetness when cooked

Kitchen Pairings

caraway juniper berries duck apples mustard bacon fat

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Wilting with yellowing can be a sign of downy mildew or early blight in Burgundy when foliage stays wet. Remove and discard affected leaves, improve airflow by thinning crowded plants, and water at the soil line in the morning so leaves dry quickly. If it keeps spreading, apply an appropriate copper-based fungicide labeled for the crop you’re growing and repeat according to label timing.

How often should I water Burgundy during the main growing phase to keep growth steady?

During the main growth phase, keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch of water per week, delivered in 1–2 sessions. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings, especially in warm weather, to prevent rot and disease. Mulch helps stabilize moisture, but don’t pile it against stems.

How do I tell when Burgundy is ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 75 days after sowing when heads/fruit are fully sized and color is true to Burgundy (deep, even coloration). Check maturity by gently lifting or examining: the crop should feel firm and well-developed, not soft or hollow. If you wait too long, quality drops—harvest promptly once it reaches the expected size.