85 days; 160 days overwintered. This Old-World favorite produces large, teardrop-shaped heads on stately plants held high off the ground. The light green heads reach 14 inches tall and over 5 inches wide for plenty of sweet fresh cabbage that's just right for the best kraut. We've found the easiest way to grate these jumbo cabbages is by holding the blunt, stem end and shredding from the pointed tip down.