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Brassica oleracea 'Black Tuscany'

Brassica oleracea 'Black Tuscany'

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KaleVegetableFamily: Brassicaceae

Height: 90cmSpread: 60cm
Hardy

Flower colour:

Yellow

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Kale is one of the easiest vegetables to grow, bearing nutritious leaves over a long season, with very little effort.

Also known as 'Nero di Toscana’, Brassica oleracea ‘Black Tuscany’ is a particularly attractive kale, bearing dark green, crinkled, strap-like leaves. It’s perfect for growing as winter or spring greens, and is suitable for growing in the ornamental border. Young leaves can also be picked for salads. If left to flower it can be a vital source of nectar and pollen for early bees.

Sow Brassica oleracea ‘Black Tuscany’ in modules, and transplant 6-8 weeks later, planting them firmly together in moist but well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Weed and water well until well established.

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Brassica ‘Black tuscany’ and wildlife

Brassica ‘Black tuscany’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Brassica ‘Black tuscany’ poisonous?

Brassica ‘Black tuscany’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People