Sea Kale
Crambe maritima
Also known as
Sea Cabbage, Sea Colewort, Sea kale
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1m | Max | 50cm |
50cm | Min | 10cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Sea Kale Overview
Crambe maritima is a herbaceous perennial plant from the Brassicaceae family. Commonly known by the names Sea Kale and Sea Cabbage. It typically grows to around 75cm tall, producing large, lobed, blue-green leaves with wavy margins. Flowers are small and white, appearing from early summer.
Common problems with Sea Kale
How to propagate Sea Kale
Division
Division in spring.
Seed
Seed in autumn or spring.
Other uses of Sea Kale
Culinary, borders. Suitable for coastal conditions.