Annual – Glamour Red Kale

Glamour red kale 

 Botanical name: brassica oleracea ‘glamour red’

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 1 ft in height with a 1.5 ft spread

Bloom time:  fall 

Hardy zone:  zones 7-10 

Flower color: green, red, pink 

Foliage color:  green, red, pink 

Growth rate:  reaches fully mature size in first growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed 

Propagation methods:  propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: fall flower beds, borders, edging, container plant, herbal garden interest

Light needs:  6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: edible but most commonly used as a garnish

Watering instructions: allow the top inch of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions :  feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the time of planting 

Best time to plant:  spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: dill, marigold, carrots, rosemary, garlic 

Toxicity level: mildly toxic for pets if ingested but non-toxic for humans 

Invasive species: no