Savoy Ace

Cabbage

75d to harvest

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.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 10th
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 8th
Harvest Begins	Jul 22nd
Harvest Ends	Sep 24th

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

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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 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.