Golden Acre

Cabbage

70d to harvest

Golden Acre cabbage brings a bright, buttery glow to the garden—crisp, sweet leaves with a tender bite and a finely layered head that feels satisfyingly dense in the hand. At maturity, the compact, round heads develop a warm golden-green interior and hold their quality beautifully for reliable harvests. Grow Golden Acre for fresh salads, slaws, and hearty braises, or for pickling when you want that classic tangy crunch.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 23rd
Last Frost	Apr 20th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 13th
Harvest Begins	Jun 22nd
Harvest Ends	Oct 20th

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common Brassica pest or disease problem for cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) like ‘Golden Acre,’ and how can I control it?

Watch for cabbage worms (imported cabbageworm/loopers) and cabbage aphids, which cluster on new growth and leave ragged holes or sticky residue. Hand-pick worms early and use row cover over transplants to prevent egg laying; if infestations are heavy, apply an approved Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) spray targeted to caterpillars following label directions. Also keep the plant base weed-free and avoid overhead watering to reduce foliar diseases like black rot and clubroot symptoms in stressed plants.

How do I tell when ‘Golden Acre’ cabbage is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the head is firm and compact, and the outer leaves are fully developed but still green; check by gently pressing the head—if it feels dense rather than springy, it’s ready. For a 70-day crop, start checking around day 65 and harvest once heads reach full size rather than waiting for color change alone. Cut the head with a sharp knife, leaving the outer wrapper leaves to protect the head during cool storage.