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Dwarf Green Curled

Brassica oleracea var. sabellica 'Dwarf Green Curled'

Dwarf Green Curled is a compact, heavily curled kale well suited to small spaces and exposed sites. Hardy through harsh winters. Leaves have a pronounced bitter-sweet flavour that mellows noticeably after frost. The most widely grown kale in UK kitchen gardens.

Key facts

Growth habit: compact
Produce type: leaf
Support: none
Sun: full sun
Height: 45-60 cm
Spacing: 45-60 cm
Days to harvest: 60–80 days
Watering: medium
Frost sensitivity: low

For all kale issues and threats, see the Kale page.

Related guides

Harvesting kale to keep plants productive
Kale is a cut-and-come-again crop that can provide harvests from autumn through to spring. How you pick determines how long the plant keeps going.