Odyssey F1 cabbage is a mid-season hybrid of white cabbage developed by the Korean company Nong Woo Bio. The vegetation period is 75-80 days, allowing harvest from June to October depending on planting time. Heads are round, weighing 1.5 to 2.5 kg, with a pleasant bluish-green color and a waxy silver sheen. Leaves are thin, medium-firm, and tender, making this variety ideal for fresh consumption, making sauerkraut, and processing. The harvest is characterized by good marketability, high transportability, and can be stored for 2-3 months after harvest.
Odyssey F1 hybrid is distinguished by high adaptability and stress resistance. It tolerates adverse weather conditions including drought, frost, and waterlogging, making it suitable for cultivation in agrozones with unstable climates. The plant is resistant to bacterial diseases, including fusarium and vascular bacterial disease, and is not prone to cracking. Compact yet strong plants easily adapt to various conditions, simplifying cultivation and ensuring a stable yield.
For successful cultivation of Odyssey F1 cabbage, seedlings should be transplanted into open ground according to optimal timing. Regular watering, fertilization, and maintaining optimal temperature and humidity are essential. First fertilization should be with phosphorus, second with complex fertilizer containing phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium. Care includes weeding, pest and disease control. Thanks to its qualities and versatility, Odyssey F1 cabbage is suitable for both fresh market and processing, ensuring high quality and stable yield.
