Ornamental Kale - 80 seeds (Brassica oleracea)

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Brassica oleracea 'Fringed Leaved Mixed'
Compact ornamental kale with colourful, deeply fringed and ruffled foliage

Brassica oleracea 'Fringed Leaved Mixed' is a compact ornamental kale grown for its spectacular rosettes of deeply fringed, ruffled foliage. As temperatures begin to fall, the centres develop increasingly vivid shades of white, cream, pink, rose and purple, beautifully contrasted against the green outer leaves.

Reaching approximately 30 cm tall, this dwarf mixture is particularly effective in autumn containers, flower beds and seasonal displays. Unlike most summer bedding plants, ornamental kale becomes more colourful as the weather turns colder, providing striking foliage when many other garden plants are beginning to fade. Its sculptural rosettes remain decorative well into the cool season and look especially impressive when planted in groups.

Why You'll Love It

● Deeply fringed and ruffled leaves form spectacular ornamental rosettes

● Colourful centres develop shades of white, cream, pink, rose and purple

● Colours become richer and more intense as temperatures fall

● Compact dwarf habit reaching approximately 30 cm

● Provides valuable garden colour through autumn and into the colder months

Ideal For

● Autumn and early winter displays

● Patio pots and containers

● Flower beds and borders

● Colourful group planting

● Seasonal garden displays

How to Sow & Grow (UK)
Sow indoors: June–July
Plant out: July–August, once plants are well established
Direct outdoors: June–July
Ornamental display: September–December, with colour intensifying as temperatures fall
Life cycle: Biennial species, usually grown as an annual ornamental
Germination temperature: 18–21°C (64–70°F)
Average germination time: 5–10 days
Depth: Sow approximately 5–6 mm (¼ in) deep and cover lightly with fine compost or vermiculite
Light required: Light is beneficial – do not exclude light completely during germination
Moisture: Keep compost evenly moist during germination and water regularly during active summer growth
Environment: Full sun or light partial shade; best foliage colour develops in cool conditions
Soil type: Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil
Plant spacing: Approximately 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
Mature height: Approximately 30 cm (12 in)
Expert Growing Tips

● Sow in early to midsummer rather than spring; plants grown too early may struggle in summer heat and can lose their best appearance before the main autumn display.

● After germination, grow seedlings in bright, relatively cool conditions to encourage compact, sturdy plants rather than soft, stretched growth.

● Do not worry if young plants remain mostly green during summer. The characteristic white, pink, rose and purple colouring becomes much stronger as nights and daytime temperatures become cooler.

● Keep plants well watered during summer establishment, particularly in containers, as consistent moisture helps produce large, well-formed rosettes.

● Plant several colours together in groups or containers for the strongest effect; the compact 30 cm habit works particularly well alongside autumn pansies, violas and other cool-season plants.

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