Brassica oleracea Red Kale

Red Kale

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A cold-hardy F1 hybrid red kale cultivar producing round, dark purple leaves with a peppery flavor profile, ideal for salads and cooking in cool seasons.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red Kale
Family Brassicaceae
Genus Brassica
Species Oleracea
Variety Pigeon F1 Round 'Red'
Origin Europe (Breeding)
Blooming Harvested for foliage; flowers if bolted in late spring
Leaf Color Deep purple-red
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich loamy soil with pH 6.0-7.5, well-draining and amended with organic compost

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; increase frequency during dry spells

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure preferred; tolerates partial shade in hotter climates to prevent bolting

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Fertilization

Apply balanced NPK fertilizer at planting and side-dress mid-season for leaf production

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Pruning

Harvest outer mature leaves regularly to encourage central growth

Pest Control Aphid Cabbage White Butterfly Flea Beetle Slug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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agriculture Harvesting Period 6 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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