Nero di Toscana Kale

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group) 'Nero di Toscana'

Also Known As

Brassica oleracea var sabellica Nero de Toscana'
Lacinato Kale

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

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

planting zones

2a-10b

Nero di Toscana Kale plant details

Nero di Toscana Kale is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with blue foliage. In fall and summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nero di Toscana Kale

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, heirloom

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nero di Toscana Kale

USDA Zones: 2a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A highly ornamental and extremely nutritious green rich in antioxidants. Charcoal-green strap leaves produce over a long period, even into winter, when freezing temperatures heighten its sweetness. An heirloom that stars in many soup and stew recipes.