Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) — Upright, Bushy, Columnar

Overview

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) is a upright, bushy, columnar annual biennial in the genus Brassica, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen, glaucous leaves foliage. Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings.

About

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' is a cultivar of the Brassica genus, which includes annual and biennial plants known for their upright, bushy, and columnar growth habits. This cultivar features evergreen, glaucous leaves and thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect in sheltered locations. It prefers fertile, firm, well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as loam, sand, or chalk, and is hardy to UK zone H5. Suitable for vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings, 'Crème Chantilly' is typically grown from seed and is of interest during spring, summer, and autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Brassica

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand, Chalk
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Upright, Bushy, Columnar
Foliage: Evergreen, Glaucous leaves
Suggested uses: Vegetable gardens, Ornamental plantings

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v)

Propagation: Seed
Pest resistance: Flea beetle, Cabbage root fly, Cabbage white butterfly, Aphids, Snails, Pigeons
Disease resistance: Club root, Downy mildew, White rust, Black leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Damping off, White mold, Root knot nematodes

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v)?

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) need?

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, sand and chalk. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) hardy in the UK?

Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Brassica oleracea var. acephala 'Crème Chantilly' (v)?

Seed.

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