Kale

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Also known as:  Borecole

Also includes:  Collards (Collard Greens)

 

Description

Kale is a green, loose-leafed Cruciferous Vegetable with curly leaves that is very hardy and grows easily in cold climates.  Collards are very similar to Kale except that they have broad, smooth leaves and are more tolerant of heat than Kale.

 

Botanical Names

 Brassica oleracea acephala

 Brassica napus  (Hanover Kale)

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