Botanical profile
Red Russian Kale
Latin name
Brassica napus var. pabularia 'Red Russian'
Type
Biennial cultivated as an annual
Family
Brassicaceae
Red Russian kale is recognizable by its flat, serrated, bluish-green leaves with purple veins. Tender and slightly sweet, it becomes even more flavorful after frost. Ideal raw in salads, stir-fries, or as kale chips, it's as easy to grow as it is beautiful to look at, with its light habit and unique color.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
3 to 9
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Vegetable garden and yield
Companion planting, spacing and harvest
Companion plants
Plants to avoid
Spacing
Harvest period
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
