Will cabbage grow in partial shade: experienced gardeners have revealed the secrets of growing this crop

22.01.2024 20:06

We will not make a significant discovery if we say that one of the most popular vegetables for growing in the garden is cabbage, which is famous for its taste and beneficial properties.

Since not all summer residents are lucky enough to get a plot of land, the entire area of which is flooded with sunlight, gardeners sometimes ask themselves the question: is it possible to grow cabbage in partial shade?

The answer to this question was found by an expert of the online publication BelNovosti, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .

It turns out that the characteristics of the region in which the cabbage is grown are of decisive importance in this matter.

In regions with short summers, even shade-tolerant crops are best planted in sunny areas.

Cabbage
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If we talk about cabbage, on the one hand, it needs a lot of sunlight.

On the other hand, this crop does not tolerate temperatures above +20 degrees very well.

Here's the conclusion: although cabbage can produce a good harvest in partial shade, you shouldn't expect record results.

Earlier, the expert listed 5 mistakes that will ruin tomato seedlings.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / Belnovosti