vegetable variety in zone 3b
Red Russian kale in zone 3b
Red Russian · Brassica oleracea var. acephala
1471013
- Zone
- 3b -35°F to -30°F
- Growing season
- 100 days
- Days to harvest
- 50 to 75
The verdict
Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.
About Red Russian
Mild, tender, red-purple veins on flat oak-leaf shape; the most salad-friendly kale. Salads, sauteing, smoothies. Hardy, productive, beautiful in mixed beds.
Critical timing for zone 3b
Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.
Common challenges in zone 3b
- ▸ Short season
- ▸ Winter desiccation
- ▸ Site selection critical for fruit trees
Modified care for zone 3b
Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.
Red Russian in adjacent zones
Other kale varieties for zone 3b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Red Russian kale grow in zone 3b?
Yes. Red Russian is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 7b, which includes zone 3b.
+−
Image: "Brassica oleracea var. acephala Redbor 0zz", by Photo by David J. Stang, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
Related