‘Early Jersey Wakefield’ Cabbage History

Discover the charm and utility of the ‘Early Jersey Wakefield’ cabbage, a beloved historic variety cherished by gardeners and food enthusiasts alike. First introduced in the United States in the 1840s, this short-season cabbage quickly won the hearts of gardeners for its reliable growth and delicious taste.

Close up of a large, leafy head of green and purple cabbage

Recipes

Recipe: Cabbage Pasta

Cabbage Pasta, submitted by Diane Ott Whealy, co-founder of Seed Savers Exchange, Diane’s daughter, Tracy Lynn Whealy, never was a vegetable fan, but she discovered how delicious cabbage can be through her mother’s pasta dish. This is a beautiful dish when prepared with red cabbage.

close up of a purple and green head of cabbage

Recipes

Recipe: Charred Cabbage with Curry Aioli and Fresh Herbs

Charred Cabbage with Curry Aioli and Fresh Herbs by Wise Acre Eatery. Wise Acre Eatery, operated by Tangletown Gardens, has earned a reputation as one of the best farm-to-table restaurants in Minneapolis/St. Paul, claiming spots on numerous “Top 10” restaurant lists. Its motto? Good food made with love, from scratch, every day.

Growing Guides

Growing Guide: Cabbage

Cabbage varieties come in a spectrum of colors, from light green to dark purple. Sow cabbage seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting seedlings outdoors.

Recipes

Recipe: Cabbage Noodles

Cabbage Noodles, submitted by Norah Hummel, former seed bank manager at Seed Savers Exchange, “I adapted this recipe from one shared with me by Steffen Mirsky, a [former] coworker at Seed Savers Exchange. His mom loved to make it,” notes Norah.

A large garden with many plants with a red barn in the distance

Varieties

Community Scientists Make A Difference

The 2018 community science programs, consisting of 80 Seed Savers Exchange members, helped us take another giant step forward in preserving our collection.