Redbor Kale

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group) 'Redbor'

Also Known As

Brassica oleracea 'Redbor'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

1-11

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Redbor Kale plant details

Redbor Kale is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green and purple foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Redbor Kale

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and purple
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, culinary, edible, ornamental, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Redbor Kale

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

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vibrant, super ruffled, dark purple foliage illuminates the garden October-April. Pick and de-rib the young foliage and steam or saute the leaves. You can also bake them in the oven for kale chips – the crinkled leaves give amazing texture and hold onto seasoning really well! The flavor will sweeten with cold weather or frost. Even if you do not intend to eat it, this kale will provide a great color accent in the Winter and Spring garden. Plant 12-18” apart in a well-fertilized vegetable bed. Also does well in pots where it can easily be combined with other ornamental edibles like Nasturtiums or Violas.