• Kale Purple Tree Collard - Champion Plants
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Kale Purple Tree Collard

Kale Purple Tree Collard

Champion Plants

£9.99 GBP
£9.99 GBP
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Kale Purple Tree Collard
(Brassica oleracea, Tree kale, Hungry gap kale)

A perennial form of this well known plant usually found in the vegetable garden! This variety is one of the 'old' ones brought back into cultivation recently and much sought after for it's reliable growing and taste. The plant has a bushy, upright habit with slightly ruffled leaf edges and purple veins and stems. 

Please see photo showing how we dispatch the plants, we remove many of the leaves before packing to reduce the chance of damage in transit and to limit any pests that may be lurking on the leaves, we try to use biological controls on these plants so there is a chance of holes in leaves etc. The plant will produce new leaves rapidly on arrival.

 

    • Height: Easily maintained to 1.5m
    • Spread: Easily maintained to 75cm
    • Foliage Colour: Purple-green
    • Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, chalk
    • Position: Full Sun - Semi Shade
    • Hardiness: Fully Hardy once established, H3 (-6)
    • Type: Evergreen

 

Supplied in either a 9cm pot or 1 Litre pot, please select from the drop down menu when ordering.

    Edible perennial Kales are well known by the edible gardener for their use during the 'Hungry Gap' a particularly difficult period in the spring where there is a gap between the winter vegetables finishing and the spring vegetable starting.
     
    Hungry Gap Kale being evergreen it is able to yield produce all year round and quickly grows back after harvest.
    Our plants are grow in 1 litre pots ready to quickly establish in the border and can be harvested as soon as there is enough growth, they are grown in Peat Free compost. Plants may be pruned prior to delivery to aid packing.
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    Why Choose Champion Plants?

    We distinguish ourselves through our focus on quality and diversity, offering UK-grown plants in peat-free compost for Eco-conscious gardening. Order your plants now to see the difference that care and expertise make.

    • Grown in the UK: All of our plants are cultivated right here in Somerset, ensuring they are perfectly suited to being planted throughout UK gardens.
    • Peat-Free: Committed to sustainability, all our plants are grown in peat-free compost, supporting Eco-friendly gardening.
    • Family Values: A family-run business for over 20 years, we bring you quality with a personal touch. Our love for gardening is reflected in every plant we sell.
    • Diverse Selection: Whether you're looking to enhance your garden with perennials, shrubs, grasses, or exotic beauties, we have a vast array of plant categories to explore.

    Delivery Details

    Dispatch & Delivery:
    • Same Week Dispatch: Orders before 09:00 AM Monday dispatch on Tuesday/Wednesday. Orders after this dispatch the next Tuesday/Wednesday.
    • Stock: Plants are dispatched based on current stock, ensuring quick delivery without long waits.
    • Dispatch Time: Allow up to 5 working days for dispatch, extended to 10 during peak times.
    • Collection: Click and collect available; contact us to arrange.
    • Free Delivery: On orders over £250, via courier or pallet depending on plant size.
    • UK Shipping: Mainland UK only, excludes Channel Islands, PO Boxes, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, BFPO.
    • No International Delivery.
    • Delivery Charges:
      • Royal Mail 1st Class: £5.99 for parcels 0-0.99kg.
      • 48HR Courier/Royal Mail 1st Class: £8.99 for parcels over 1kg.
    • Local Delivery: £5 within 5 miles of North Perrott, including Montacute, Stoke Sub Hamdon, etc.
    Packaging:
    • Plants are securely packed according to type for safe transit.
    Returns:
    • Unhappy with your plant? Contact us within 7 days of receipt. You cover return postage, and if the plant arrives back in good condition, we'll refund the purchase and initial delivery cost.
    • 30-Day Guarantee: If your plant has any issues within 30 days of delivery, contact us for a replacement or refund. Proof of care (e.g., photos) may be required.
    For more details on delivery or returns, use our contact form.