Brassica oleracea 'Acephala' (Kale) - Image 9

Botanical name: Brassica oleracea

Common names: Kale, Curly-leafed Cabbage

Cultivar: Acephala

Family: Brassicaceae

Origin: Mediterranean, Asia Minor

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 2-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Brassica oleracea (Kale) 'Acephala' purple leaves plant close up with water drops on surface
Brassica oleracea (Kale) 'Acephala' leaves with vibrant purple centers and gray-green outer edges after rain.
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