Brassica oleracea con var. acephala var. laciniata

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General Information

Scientific name: Brassica oleracea con var. acephala var. laciniata

Also known as: Tree collard

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer, Vegetable

Format: Smal

Height: 0.90 m

Width: - m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 7-10

Soil Moisture:
Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves

Edibility:
(4)

Medicinal:
(0)

Features:
None

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a strong cabbage flavor and are best when young, as they can become tough as they age. These leaves are generally available from autumn until late spring and can be harvested into winter, except during extremely cold periods. Young flowering shoots can also be eaten raw or cooked. If picked before the flowers open, they remain crispy and can be added to mixed salads. When cooked, they have a delicious flavor similar to broccoli.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/10

End of Harvest: 31/03

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Corylus avellana Hazel	Corylus avellana (hazel) can improve soil fertility with its nitrogen-fixing ability while providing shade for leafy greens during hot summers.
Mentha x villosa alopecuroides Mentha bowles’s mint	Mint helps deter pests due to its strong aroma, which is beneficial for protecting brassicas from harmful insects.
Laburnum alpinum Scotch Laburnum, Alpine Bea Tree, Alpine Golden Chain Tree	The roots of Rhamnus frangula (alder buckthorn) can enhance nutrient availability in the soil, benefiting the growth of Brassica oleracea.
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow	Yarrow attracts beneficial insects that can help pollinate the brassicas and ward off pests.
Hyssopus officinalis Hyssop	Hyssop can help repel pests and attracts pollinators, ensuring better pollination of flowering plants in the garden.
Lupinus perennis Sundial lupine, Wild lupine	Lupins can fix nitrogen in the soil, providing nutrient benefits to neighboring plants, including brassicas.
Cynara scolymus Globe Artichoke	Artichokes provide shade and can help retain moisture in the soil, benefiting the moisture-loving brassicas.
Brassica oleracea Perennial broccoli, collards, kale	Planting different types of Brassicas together can increase resilience to pests and diseases, promoting diversity.
Mentha aquatica Water mint	Aquatic mint can thrive in moisture-rich areas, providing ground cover and deterring pests in the garden.
Rhus aromatica Lemonade bush, Lemon Sumach, Fragrant sumac	Fragrant sumac may help to deter unwanted pests from the brassica crops and improve biodiversity in the garden.