Will Ornamental Kale Survive Frost

Because they can stand temperatures well below freezing, ornamental kale often lasts through the winter.

How cold hardy is ornamental kale?

Until cool weather arrives, plants won’t have much color. White, pink, or red pigments will begin to develop when temperatures dip below 50°F. Once acclimated in a site, ornamental cabbages and kale can survive temperatures as low as 5°F, so plants may last well into November and December.

How long does ornamental kale survive?

They really are cool-weather plants, and once acclimated they can survive temperatures as low as 5°F, so they may last well into November and December. When purchasing ornamental cabbage or kale, look for large, compact plants that are nearly or fully colored.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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