Ornamental Kale Crane Bicolor F1 Seed
Best choice for florists seeking uniform, striking textures in seasonal arrangements.
Elevate your floral designs with this refined kale variety, celebrated for its novelty cut flower appeal. This hybrid ensures remarkable uniformity in habit, size, and color, simplifying production planning for florists and gardeners. Its compact, uniform rosette showcases a striking white head beautifully contrasted by a rose-colored center, making it ideal for seasonal arrangements and mixed bouquets. Experience consistent, high-quality results that add stunning texture and color to any floral creation.
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#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Soil Temperature
7075
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic color for autumn displays
- Homeowners needing vibrant, frost-hardy plants for late-season color
- Professional landscapers requiring consistent, uniform growth and reliable results
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners preferring affordable, open-pollinated seed options
- Busy growers unable to manage frequent pest monitoring and treatment
- Gardeners in warmer climates struggling to achieve necessary cool temperatures
Performance breakdown
Genetic Uniformity
Hybrid breeding ensures predictable, consistent growth across every single stem.
Visual Impact
Striking bicolor contrast creates an immediate focal point in floral arrangements.
Production Reliability
Standardized habit and size make crop planning predictable for professional growers.
Ease of Cultivation
Requires specific temperature controls that demand attention from novice gardeners.
Floral Versatility
Dense, compact rosettes add essential texture to mixed seasonal bouquets.
Stem Length
Reaches impressive heights suitable for professional-grade cut flower production.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
70-75°F
Germination Lighting
Cover Seed
Germination Days
10-12 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
55-60°F
Plant Spread
4-10"
Plant Height
20-36"
Maturation Days
105 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Know before you buy
This variety typically takes about 105 days to reach full maturity from the time of planting.
These seeds are best started using the transplant method. You should start them indoors and move them to your garden or containers once they are established.
For successful germination, maintain a soil temperature between 70-75°F. Once the seedlings are growing, they prefer cooler temperatures during the day, ideally between 55-60°F.
Since this variety has a plant spread of 4-10 inches, you should space them accordingly to ensure they have enough room to develop their compact, dense rosettes.
Yes, you should cover the seeds when planting to ensure proper germination. They require specific light conditions, so following the depth guidelines on your seed packet is recommended.
The Crane Bicolor is a hybrid bred specifically for cut flower production. It offers superior uniformity in size and habit, along with a striking white head and rose-colored center that holds up well in floral arrangements.
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