Golden Acre is a classic early green cabbage introduced in the 1920s and long prized by home gardeners for its compact habit and quick maturity. It produces small, round, tightly packed heads that average two to four pounds, making it ideal for small gardens and spring planting. The dense heads resist splitting reasonably well and store for a moderate period. Because it matures early and takes little space, Golden Acre is often used for succession sowing and as a first crop of the season. Its tender leaves are well suited to fresh salads, coleslaw, and light cooking. A dependable, uniform variety, it remains a benchmark against which other early cabbages are measured and is widely available from heirloom seed suppliers.
Flavor Profile
Mild, sweet, and tender with none of the bitterness of larger storage cabbages, pleasant raw or lightly cooked.
Visual Characteristics
Small, round, solid heads of about six inches with smooth blue-green outer leaves and a compact frame.
Growing Tips
Sow early for a spring crop and space closely since heads stay small; harvest promptly once firm to avoid splitting.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.