Savoy Ace

Family: Brassicaceae Vegetable

Savoy Ace arrives with a lush, deeply crinkled head that feels almost velvet to the eye—tight, uniform, and richly green with a satiny, puckered surface.

Its flavor is sweet and mellow for a cool-season cabbage, with tender leaves that hold their integrity in roasts and braises, and shine in fresh salads when you want a crisp, clean bite. Grow it for dependable, 75-day performance and a harvest that looks as good as it tastes—ideal for hearty slaws, savory sautés, and comforting winter dishes.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 21st
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 18th
Harvest Begins	Jul 2nd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

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)	42
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Savoy Ace gives you that luxuriously crinkled, tender-leaf texture that reads delicate in salads yet doesn’t collapse when it hits a hot pan or braise. Use it where you want cabbage flavor to stay sweet and clean, with greens that behave—snappy enough for slaw, structured enough for roasting.

Best Uses

shredded slaw with a slick vinaigrette or creamy dressing
roasted or pan-seared wedges that caramelize on the edges
braised cabbage in a tangy, savory pot (cooks through but stays structured)
quick sauté for weeknight sides—fast color, clean bite

Flavor Profile

sweet, mellow cabbage flavor tender leaves with crisp-edged bite satiny, crinkled texture that clings to sauces holds integrity under heat without turning mushy

Kitchen Pairings

caraway garlic carrot apple cider vinegar bacon mustard

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem is most likely on Brassica oleracea (Savoy-type cabbage), and how do I manage it?

Watch for cabbage worms (cabbage looper/diamondback moth larvae) and aphids, which can chew Savoy leaves quickly. Hand-pick early, spray the foliage with an appropriate Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) product for caterpillars, and remove heavily infested leaves; for aphids, blast with water and apply insecticidal soap. If you see yellowing with wilting or vascular browning, suspect clubroot or soilborne disease—avoid planting Brassicaceae in the same bed next season and improve drainage rather than keeping soil constantly wet.

How often should I water Savoy Ace cabbage during the main growing phase?

During head formation (roughly mid-season to the last 3–4 weeks), keep the root zone evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, adjusted for rainfall and heat. Water deeply so the soil is moist 6–8 inches down, and avoid letting the surface dry out completely because cabbage leaves can crack and growth slows. Mulch can help stabilize moisture around plants in full sun.

How can I tell when Savoy Ace cabbage is ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 75 days when heads feel firm and reach a usable size, with tightly packed leaves and minimal “give” when you gently squeeze the head. The outer leaves may look slightly thicker or more mature, and the head should hold shape rather than wobble. For best quality, cut heads in the morning before heat softens the leaves, then leave a short stem and any loose outer leaves to protect the head.