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Brassica oleracea con var. acephala var. laciniata

Tree collard

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General Information

Scientific name: Brassica oleracea con var. acephala var. laciniata
Also known as: Tree collard

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Vegetable
Size: Small
Height: 0.90 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full 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