Short Description
Power Slam F1 is a mid-early white cabbage hybrid developed by Sakata. It is designed for summer and early autumn production, delivering large, uniform heads with excellent market appearance and reliable internal quality.
Key Characteristics
Crop: White cabbageType: F1 hybridHead Colour: Light greenPlant Type: Medium vigour, compact growthHead Type: Round and firmAverage Head Weight: 3.0–3.5 kgGrowing Period: 80–85 days after transplantingCultivation: Open fieldUse: Fresh market, sauerkraut, short-term storageBreeder: Sakata
Head Description
The heads are perfectly round, well-closed and highly uniform. Internal leaves are tender with a crisp texture and a distinct cabbage flavour combined with mild sweetness, making the hybrid suitable for both fresh consumption and processing.
Plant & Yield
Plants show strong field performance under standard cultivation practices. Power Slam F1 produces a uniform yield at a density of approximately 4,200–4,400 plants per hectare and performs reliably even in late autumn production windows.
Disease Resistances
HR: Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. conglutinans race 1IR: Xanthomonas campestris – high tolerance
Ask the Agronomist
Is this hybrid suitable for summer production?
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Yes, Power Slam F1 performs very well under summer temperatures.
Is it suitable for sauerkraut production?
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Yes, the firm texture and balanced flavour make it ideal for fermentation.
How well does it store?
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It is suitable for short-term storage after harvest.
What planting density is recommended?
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4,200–4,400 plants per hectare equivalent for optimal head size.
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