Ethiopian Cabbage
Ethiopian cabbage is a brassica that works great in grazing or as part of a cover crop mix. The leaves very palatable. Its great tap root that has many branch roots and can break up hardpan. Excellent nutrient scavenging and fertility building. It is not likely to overwinter in the Midwest, but Ethiopian cabbage seed possibly may survive milder winters further south.
- Open leaf cabbage for cover crop or grazing
- Deep-growing tap roots reduce soil compaction and break up hardpans
- Excellent nutrient scavenging ability
- Outstanding bolt resistance for early fall planting
- Will likely winterkill in Upper Midwest
Seeding: 3-4 lbs/acre at ¼” to ½” deep. Drill or increase rate to broadcast seed.
$20.00 – $125.00
Ethiopian Cabbage
Performance Table
| Species Name | Drilled | Broadcast/Aerial | In Mix | Approx. Seeds/lb | Seeding Date Range | Seeding Depth | Winter Kill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethiopian Cabbage | 3-4 | 4-5 | 1-2 | 144,000 | March-May, July-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Cover Crop Radish (Daikon) | 6-8 | 8-9 | 2-3 | 25,000 | Aug-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Carwoodi Oilseed Radish | 6-8 | 8-9 | 2-3 | 25,000 | Aug-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Dwarf Essex Rapeseed | 4-7 | 7-9 | 1-2 | 145,000 | March-May, July-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Purple Top Turnips | 3-5 | 5-6 | 1-2 | 220,000 | March-May, July-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Forage Kale | 3-4 | 4-5 | 1-2 | 144,000 | March-May, July-Sept | ¼ - ½ inch | Yes |
| Pacific Gold Mustard | 15-20 | 20-25 | 3-5 | 180,000 | Feb-April, Aug-Sept | ¼ - ¾ inch | Yes |
| Yellow Mustard | 15-20 | 20-25 | 3-5 | 180,000 | Feb-April, Aug-Sept | ¼ - ¾ inch | Yes |
| Winter Camelina | 6 | 9 | 1-2 | 400,000 | Sept - Oct | ¼ - ½ inch | No |
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