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Start cabbage seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the final spring freeze.Harden off plants over the course of a week. To ready the soil, till in aged manure or compost.Transplant outdoors 2 to 3 weeks before the last anticipated frost date. Choose a cloudy afternoon.Plant 12 to 24 inches apart in rows, depending on the size of head desired. The closer you plant, the smaller the heads. Mulch thickly to keep moisture and regulate soil temperature.WATERING: Keep soil moist by mulching and water 2 litres per week.SOIL: It requires loamy soil with a pH ranging between 6.5 and 6.8: SPOT: Cabbage needs at least 6 hours of full sun.TEMPERATURE: The optimum temperature for growing a successful cabbage crop is 15 - 18 degree celsius (60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit)