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Brassicaceae
Kale Flower
Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
Nourishment and sustenance.
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Genus
- Brassica
- Native to
- Mediterranean region, Western Europe
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer
- Type
- biennial
- Height
- 1-3 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- rich, well-drained loam
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 7-10
- Lifespan
- biennial
Did you know
- Kale flowers only appear in the plant's second year of growth, as it is a biennial that bolts after winter dormancy.
- The small yellow flowers are entirely edible and have a mild, sweet brassica flavor prized by chefs.
- Kale was one of the most common green vegetables in Europe until the end of the Middle Ages, when cabbage became more popular.
- Ornamental kale varieties produce stunning rosettes of purple, pink, and white foliage used in winter garden displays.
- Bees are strongly attracted to kale flowers, making bolted kale plants valuable for pollinator support in spring gardens.
Color meanings
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abundance
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health
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simplicity