Variety traits

Plant Height — Kale

Brassica oleracea L. (Curly kale Group)

An important varietal characteristic defined as the distance from the soil surface to the top of the plant at maturity. It includes stem length and the degree of leaf mass development, directly influencing planting density and harvesting frequency.

In the reference 8 varieties crop Curly kale, where this is mentioned in the description.

According to variety testing methods, height is measured in centimeters from the soil surface to the growing point or the top of the main rosette. Varieties are classified as short (up to 40 cm), medium (40–60 cm), and tall (from 60 cm to 2 m), with palm-like forms characterized by significant stem growth.

Plant height determines cultivation technology: plants 20–25 cm tall require hilling for stability. Tall varieties require an increased feeding area of up to 60–70 cm between plants for ventilation, whereas intensive planting is preferred for compact, short forms.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Curly kale mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.