Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group)

Flowering Kale, Colewort, Collard, Decorative Kale, Scotch Kale

Family: Brassicaceae Mustard


Type Bi-annual
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, specimen
Height 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Spread 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Leaf color Green, pink, purple, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage