Ornamental cabbage (Brassica oleracea) BRASS-ih-kah oh-ler-AY-see-ah Genus:  Brassica Rosettes of cabbage foliage are grown as annuals for fall and winter interest. Color intensifies in cooler temperatures (below 50°F). Good for bedding and containers. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Colorful foliage. Hardy, late season interest. Care:  Fertile soil in full sun. Propagation:  Sow seed in the garden in spring or in a cold frame in early spring. Problems:  Leaf miners, caterpillars, aphids, harlequin bugs, root maggots, nematodes, cabbage white butterfly, flea beetles. Black leg, white rust, black leaf spot, powdery and downy mildews, damping off, white mold, club root, and root knot nematodes. Cool weather eliminates most of these problems.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Foliage Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Tolerance Frost Tolerant Type Annuals