Brassica offers florists a robust, colorful, and versatile addition to flower arrangements with a long vase life and distinctive foliage. It's
primarily used for autumn production when the leaves change color due to lower temperatures.
Brassica: a graceful addition to flower arrangements
Brassica, better known as ornamental kale or ornamental kale, is a beautiful choice for cut flowers thanks to its unique and striking foliage. The rosette-shaped leaves sometimes resemble flowers, ranging from smooth to beautifully curled, and come in a wide range of colors.
This cool-season crop grows best in cool temperatures, making it perfect for autumn and winter flower production. Seedlings can be planted out as soon as they have at least two true leaves and the risk of frost has passed. Space them 30 to 45 cm apart so they have plenty of air and room to grow. Yellowed or damaged leaves can be removed to keep the plant healthy.
Harvest Brassica when the leaves are fully colored and mature. As a biennial, it can survive the winter and produce small, yellow flowers in its second year.
Brassica is beloved by florists and customers for its striking appearance, ease of cultivation, and adaptability to cooler climates. The foliage adds texture, color, and life to floral arrangements and can be used as both a focal point and as a filler. Thanks to its long vase life and robust nature, Brassica is a reliable and versatile choice for any arrangement.
Brassica, commonly known as ornamental cabbage, features unique rosette-shaped foliage that resembles a flower, adding striking colors and textures to floral arrangements.
Brassica thrives in cooler temperatures, making it ideal for fall and winter cut flower production.
Transplant seedlings when they have at least two true leaves and the risk of frost has passed. Space the plants 12 to 18 inches apart for good air circulation and remove any yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain plant health.
Harvest Brassica when the foliage is fully colored and mature to ensure the best appearance and longevity as a cut flower.
With its robust nature and long vase life, Brassica is a reliable choice for florists, maintaining its beauty for an extended period.
