Cabbage Early Jersey Wakefield | Two Live Plants | Non-GMO | Heirloom | Early Harvest, Sweet & Tender

Cabbage Early Jersey Wakefield is the unmistakable pointed cabbage gardeners have grown for generations. Its compact, cone-shaped heads have crisp yet unusually tender green leaves with a mild, sweet flavor. Harvest one fresh from your garden for coleslaw, salads, stir-fries, soups, sautéed dishes, and traditional cabbage recipes.

This historic heirloom earned its reputation through early production, compact growth, and excellent eating quality. Early Jersey Wakefield is especially rewarding in spring and fall gardens, and its smaller footprint makes it an excellent choice for raised beds and limited garden space.

Clovers Garden Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage Plants

• Two Large, Live Plants – Premium plants, 4” to 8” tall, in 4” pots.
• Non-GMO, No Neonicotinoids
• Historic Heirloom – A classic cabbage grown by generations of gardeners.
• Distinctive Pointed Heads – Compact, cone-shaped heads stand apart from ordinary round cabbage.
• Sweet & Tender – Crisp leaves with a mild flavor, especially delicious freshly harvested.
• Early Harvest – Matures relatively early for faster garden rewards.
• Compact Growth – Excellent for raised beds and smaller gardens.
• 10x Root Development
• Grown in the Midwest
• Fast Shipping & Eco-Friendly Packaging
• Quick Start Planting Guide Included
• Third Generation, Family-Owned Since 1957
• 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

How to Grow Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage

• Full sun, 6+ hours daily.
• Rich, well-draining soil.
• Keep consistently moist.
• Space 12–18 inches apart.
• Harvest when the pointed head feels firm and tightly packed.
• Excellent for spring and fall gardens.

Early Jersey Wakefield – Fun Facts

Why Is the Head Pointed? Its distinctive cone-shaped head is a natural characteristic of this historic variety.

Why Gardeners Still Grow It? Early maturity, tender leaves, compact growth, and excellent flavor have kept it popular for generations.

Fresh Makes a Difference. Garden harvesting lets you enjoy exceptionally crisp, tender cabbage without the time spent in transportation and storage.

Common Questions About Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage

What is special about Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage?
It's a historic heirloom known for distinctive pointed heads, tender leaves, mild sweetness, compact growth, and an early harvest.

What does Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage taste like?
Freshly harvested leaves are crisp and tender with a mild, pleasantly sweet cabbage flavor.

Why does Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage have a pointed head?
The cone-shaped head is a natural characteristic of the variety and one of the features that makes this heirloom instantly recognizable.

Is Early Jersey Wakefield good for small gardens?
Yes. Its compact growth makes it particularly well suited to raised beds and smaller vegetable gardens.

When should I plant Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage?
Plant in early spring or for a fall harvest. This heirloom thrives during cooler growing conditions.

What can I make with Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage?
Its tender leaves are excellent for coleslaw, salads, stir-fries, soups, sautéed cabbage, and traditional recipes.

Best Companion Plants

Onions, chives, carrots, lettuce, thyme, dill, and marigolds complement Early Jersey Wakefield in a mixed vegetable garden.

Pollinator and Garden Benefits

Its compact habit makes efficient use of garden space. Adding flowering herbs and companion flowers nearby helps support beneficial insects.