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Ornamental Kale Brassica oleracea Dinosaur 'Lacinato'

Photo Courtesy of Ball Seed

Ornamental Kale

Dinosaur Kale, also known as Lacinato or Tuscan Kale is an edible variety with bumpy textured green leaves. It is considered to be one of the more tender edible kales.

 

Height

8-10 Inches

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Spread

10-12 Inches

Homeowner Growing
& Maintenance Tips

Dinosaur Kale, also known as Lacinato or Tuscan Kale is an edible variety with bumpy textured green leaves. It is considered to be one of the more tender edible kales. Before planting kale, remove the scruffy bottom leaves. Plant the kale in the ground so that the crown of leaves is flush with the soil surface. Kale grows and looks fabulous when planted on slopes, doorsteps, desks and patios. Feel free to let them flourish in ground beds and mass plantings as well—they’ll do great! Plant in full sun with plenty of circulation. You should see color after the first frost, then watch them really amaze you with their changing colors. They like to be fed, so fertilize for optimum growth and color!

 

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Interesting Notes

  • Members of the Brassica family, closely related to broccoli, Brussels sprouts and turnips 
  • In temperate areas, they can retain their color all the way to Spring
  • Does great in containers 

USDA Hardiness Zone 7-11

Great Companions

Snapdragon Snapdragon (Snapdragon Antirrhinum majus Snapshot 'Mix')
Pansy Pansy (Pansy Viola wittrockiana Colossus 'Purple Blotch')
Viola Viola (Viola cornuta Penny 'Orange Jump Up')

Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Attributes
Great Foliage
Border or Bed
Ground Cover
Container
Mass Planting
Edging
Focal Point
Purchase Size(s):
11" Combo
8"
Exposure
Sun
Partial Shade
Foliage Color
Multi-Color
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Winter
Soil Moisture Preference
Average
Moist
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