Product Description
Purple heads and stems. The well-domed heads are a beautiful deep purple overlaid on a dark green background with vibrant, bright violet stems. Suitable for bunching or crowns. Purple Magic has performed very well in cool-weather conditions in coastal regions in California and for fall crops in northern regions of the US. Darker purple and more attractive than other commercial purple types. 2024 AAS Winner.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Brassica oleracea
Days to Maturity : from transplant; add about 20 days if direct seeding
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Hybrid (F1)
Product Specifications
Plant Height : Medium
Packet Size : 50 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 122,100
Head Color : Deep purple overlaid on dark green with bright violet stems
Light Requirement : No specific needs – thrives in any weather
Soil Type : Well-drained, fertile soil high in organic matter; pH 6.0 – 7.5
Growing Information
Germination Temperature : 75 – 80°F (24 – 27°C)
Germination Time : 3 – 7 days
Sowing Method : Sow 2 seeds per cell in 72-cell flats, ¼ inch deep. Seedlings ready in 3–4 weeks. Transplant outdoors 10–18 inches apart in rows 18–36 inches apart.
Spacing in Garden : 10 – 18 inches apart; rows 18 – 36 inches apart
Support : No staking required
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones
Harvest : Cut heads when tight and before flower buds open.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – flea beetles and cabbage worms are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – practice crop rotation and good sanitation.
Special Notes : 2024 AAS Winner – stunning purple heads and stems. Darker purple and more attractive than other commercial purple types. Performs well in cool-weather conditions and fall crops. A showstopper in any market display.
