Brassica oleracea var. ramosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Brassica oleracea var. ramosa
Also known as:
Dorbenton Perennial Kale
Images:
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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
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves
Leaves
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have a strong cabbage flavor. They taste best when they are young, as they can become tougher over time. The leaves are usually available from autumn until late spring and can be harvested into winter, except in the coldest seasons. Young flowering shoots can also be eaten raw or cooked. If picked before the flowers open, they are tender and can be added to salads. When cooked, they acquire a delicious flavor reminiscent of sprout 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 |
Hazelnuts attract beneficial insects that can help control pests that harm Brassica plants. |
|
Anethum graveolens Dill |
Dill can help repel aphids and cabbage moths, providing better growth for Brassica oleracea. |
|
Calendula officinalis Marigold, Pot marigold |
Marigolds deter pests and attract pollinators, enhancing the environment for Brassica plants. |
|
Phytolacca americana Poke root, Pokeweed |
Pokeweed can deter certain pests and promote a balanced ecosystem around Brassicas. |
|
Medicago sativa Alfalfa, Yellow alfalfa |
Alfalfa improves soil quality and can provide nitrogen, benefiting Brassica health. |