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Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’

Borecole 'Nero Di Toscana'
Hardiness H4

Long, dark blue-green leaves with a deeply blistered texture make Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’ both ornamental and productive. This robust kale provides repeated harvests from autumn through winter and into early spring.

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Size
Max Height
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape., Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−10 to −5 °C) Hardy in most of Ireland
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Containers
  • Flower Borders
  • Against Wall
Merits
  • No pruning required

Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’ Description

Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’, also known as cavolo nero or Tuscan kale, forms an upright plant with long, narrow, heavily textured leaves in very dark green to near-black shades. The leaves have a strong but pleasant flavour and can be harvested individually for soups, stews, pasta dishes and stir-fries. Sow in spring and plant out in full sun in fertile, firm, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Regular picking encourages continued production and crops may remain usable through winter into March or April. Ireland’s cool climate suits this hardy vegetable well. Protect young plants from slugs, pigeons and caterpillars, and rotate brassicas to reduce the risk of clubroot building up in the soil.

Planting Guide for Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’

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Care guide for Brassica oleracea Acephala Group ‘Nero di Toscana’

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