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Brassica oleracea 'Alabama Blue' (Acephala Group)
Botanical Name
Brassica oleracea 'Alabama Blue' (Acephala Group)
Common Name
Collard Greens
Family
Brassicaceae
It has been our experience that Brassica oleracea [Acephala Group] 'Alabama Blue' performs well in our area. We have observed it to be a prolific and fast grower with attractive blue foliage. While it performs well, it is not as fast growing as B. oleracea [Acephala Group] 'Champion'.
Gardens
Bethea's Garden Cool Season Annuals 2022
Bethea's Garden Cool Season Annuals 2021
Bethea's Garden Cool Season Annuals 2023
Research
USDA Zone
2-11
Stems
Herbaceous
Longevity
Biennial
Genus
Brassica
Specific Epithet
oleracea
Cultivar Name
Alabama Blue
Interspecific Hybrid Flag
No
Descriptor
Acephala Group
Reference:
MOBOT
SESE
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Brassica oleracea [Acephala Group] 'Alabama Blue' foliage
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Brassica oleracea [Acephala Group] 'Alabama Blue' habit
Hours
Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Daily
For their safety and the safety of our animal collection, pets are not allowed, nor can they be left in vehicles inside Brookgreen. Service animals that have received special training to assist disabled persons are welcome.
Tickets
Daily General Admission Tickets for 7 consecutive days
Children 3 and under: Free
Children 4-12: $12
Adults 13-64: $22
Seniors 65 & Over: $20
Location
1931 Brookgreen Drive
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Off US Highway 17 Bypass, between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island on South Carolina's Hammock Coast
843-235-6000
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