Brassica Oleracea

Brassica Oleracea is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Wild Cabbage →

Common Wild Cabbage Problems →

Brassica Oleracea prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Wild Cabbage Water Frequency →

Brassica Oleracea requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Wild Cabbage Light Requirements →

Wild Cabbage Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Brassica Oleracea is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Wild Cabbage Toxicity to Humans →

Brassica Oleracea doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Wild Cabbage Humidity Needs →

Brassica Oleracea does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Wild Cabbage →

When and How to Successfully Repot Wild Cabbage →

Brassica Oleracea grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Wild Cabbage →

Brassica Oleracea is native to Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and temperate Asia.

Brassica Oleracea is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune Wild Cabbage →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Brassica Oleracea can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 1a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Wild Cabbage Temperature Tolerance →

How to Propagate Wild Cabbage →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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• Wild Cabbage Leaves Curling →
• Wild Cabbage Yellow Leaves →