Purple Tree Collards – Brassica oleracea Live Rooted Plant | Perennial Tree Kale | Edible Leafy Green | Food Garden Starter

Grow fresh, nutritious greens year after year with a live Purple Tree Collards rooted plant, a unique perennial leafy vegetable prized for its striking purple-green foliage and continuous harvests. This young rooted starter plant is ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds, containers, food forests, and permaculture landscapes. Purple Tree Collards produce tender leaves with a flavor similar to kale and collard greens, making them an excellent addition to salads, smoothies, soups, and cooked dishes. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, this productive perennial can provide years of harvests with proper care. You will receive a healthy rooted plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Purple Tree Collards rooted plant
✔️ Young, healthy starter plant
✔️ Well-rooted and ready for planting
✔️ Suitable for gardens or containers
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Purple Tree Collards (Tree Kale)
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
Plant Type: Perennial edible leafy vegetable
Growth Stage: Young rooted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter
Watering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 6–10 feet with proper care
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 8–11
Container Friendly: Yes, in large deep containers

💡 Care Tip: Keep the plant in a shaded location for several days after arrival to reduce transplant stress. Harvest the outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous growth, and provide support as the plant becomes taller. Monitor for cabbage worms during warm weather and use appropriate organic pest management if needed.