It will seem to grow slowly for the first couple months as the roots settle in, and then it will boom with growth! Trim off any flowers for the first few months. It's best not to let your plant flower as it's getting settled into its new home. Once you plant into moist soil, it will spring to life for you and immediately start growing leaves. We're here for you!įrom rooted plant: We trim all of the leaves except for the top leaf for shipping to prevent dehydration. If you're colder than this, keep your potted cutting on a window sill until Spring. We root outside year-round in zone 9 and above. That's it! They root super easily and you should see new leaves start popping in 4-8 weeks. Water occasionally to keep the soil moist. ![]() Simply bury the cutting halfway in the soil. How to root cuttings: We like to root cuttings in 4" or 1 gallon pots. PERENNIAL OUTDOORS ZONES 8-10, CUTTINGS CAN BE OVERWINTERED INDOORS EVERYWHERE ELSE ( Not sure? Find your growing zone here)Ĩ FEET TALL & 3 FEET WIDE IF STAKED, OTHERWISE WILL RAMBLE ALONG THE GROUND Here's how to grow Purple Leaf Tree Collards: SUN You can plant it with confidence and enjoy greens for decades to come. We eat more of this perennial veggie than any other.ģ) PEST-RESISTANT - This plant is extremely pest-resistant and fuss-free. We've literally planted a mini purple collard forest that we harvest from year-round. Here are some of the reasons why we love the Purple Leaf Tree Collard.ġ) SWEET - The purple color of the leaves is a sign of anthocyanins, a powerful antioxidant that gives this perennial veggie its delicious, sweet taste.Ģ) PRODUCTIVE- It's hard to top the productivity of this amazing plant. ![]() Why grow just one when you can so easily grow a Purple Leaf Tree Collard forest? :) (Brassica oleracea) Why We Love It In the summer they are a beautiful, rich green color and when the weather gets cold, the leaves turn a brilliant dark purple color and sweeten in taste. In our garden, it cranks out delicious greens year-round. It's truly one of the most versatile and delicious perennial foods on the planet. We grow more of this delicious, sweet perennial green than any other! In looking for a perennial substitute for purple cabbage, the Purple Leaf Tree Collard rose to the challenge.
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