Mature Height: 8 - 12 inches
Mature Spread: 12 - 14 inches
Other Names: Ornamental Kale
Description:
Flowering Kale, particularly the Songbird Pink variety, is a beautiful ornamental plant known for its striking pink and purple leaves that can add vibrant color to gardens and containers. Unlike culinary kale, flowering kale is primarily grown for its decorative appeal, especially in cooler weather when its colors become more pronounced.
This variety is cold-hardy and can thrive in full sun to partial shade. It's often used in fall and winter landscapes, providing visual interest when many other plants are dormant.
While it’s not typically consumed like culinary kale, some people do use the young leaves in salads for a colorful garnish.
"Red Cabbage" by Jannes Pockele via flickr is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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