Ornamental kale and cabbage

Ornamental kale and cabbage are both cool weather plants that flourish in cool weather. Because they are grown for the use as an ornamental plant it is probably best not to eat any part of the pant as they are probably treated with pesticides or other harmful chemicals. As the weather cools and a frost sets in the colors of the plant should deepen. They are a good choice in the fall/winter garden for interest and color along with pansies. Kale and cabbage are closely related, one forming a head the other not. They will both flower at the end of the season. I recommend them as a fun species to add to the winter garden. Check with your local garden center as to the variety that is available in your area.