Brassica oleracea var. sabauda
kale
Common names: cabbage kale, sabauda kale
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Description
The plant is distinguished by its rosette of large, blistered leaves and is milder and more delicate than white or red cabbage. Late‑maturing varieties tolerate substantial frost and taste especially fine after the first cold nights, making it one of the most reliable winter vegetables.
Care instructions
Sow in staggered batches from March to June, then transplant seedlings spaced about an arm’s length apart into a humus‑rich bed. Keep the soil consistently moist, protect young plants from cabbage whiteflies with a net, and harvest from August as needed. Late varieties can be left in the ground until December.
Companion planting
Varieties
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