Overview

Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR is a upright, bushy, columnar annual biennial in the genus Brassica, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen, glaucous leaves foliage. Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR 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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium' PBR is a cultivar of the Brassica genus, which includes annual and biennial plants with an upright, bushy, and columnar habit. This cultivar features evergreen, glaucous leaves and thrives in full sun on fertile, firm, well-drained alkaline soils such as loam, sand, or chalk. Suitable for vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings, 'Titanium' prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects and is hardy to UK zone H5. It 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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR 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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR

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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR?

Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR need?

Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR 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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR hardy in the UK?

Brassica oleracea var. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR 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. cymosa (Botrytis Group) 'Titanium'PBR?

Seed.

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