Description
Dynasty Red ornamental kale (Brassica oleracea) forms a low rosette of wavy leaves in shades of green, creamy white and rich red. Its bold foliage adds color and texture when many warm-season flowers are fading. Use it in autumn container combinations, winter borders and mass plantings; plants often grow around 6–12 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide.
Growing in Alabama and the Southeast
Plant in Alabama during the cooler fall season in full sun to light shade. Choose fertile soil with good drainage and water thoroughly after planting, then maintain moderate, consistent moisture. Cooler nights help deepen the central leaf color. Remove damaged lower leaves to keep the rosette attractive. It is a cool-season ornamental, so expect quality to decline when sustained spring warmth arrives.
