Walking Stick Kale

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. longata

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 7'-18'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

1-11

Walking Stick Kale plant details

Walking Stick Kale is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Walking Stick Kale

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 7 FT - 18 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Walking Stick Kale

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Would someone please plant a giant isle of these along their driveway like faux-palm trees?? Edible, useful, & hilarious, this form of Kale has been cultivated for over 200 years on the Channel Islands. Stalks grow 7’ in one season, producing heaping loads of edible, cabbagey leaves in the process, & trunks can eventually reach a whopping & intimidating 18’ high! To make your walking stick, let the plants grow as high as you want them, then behead the stalk & let it dry for at least a season. Plant 3’ apart. Full sun & rich soil is best, but this is a vegetable that can certainly tolerate less than perfect conditions.