Ornamental kale

If you haven’t ever planted the ornamental kales that are available in the fall, you should consider putting some in a protected area and enjoying their unusual colors and texture. They are cool-season plants and thrive during the cooler days of autumn. I have seen them elongate when they are planted in spots that are too warm. But if you keep them cool (mine is in light shade except for late afternoon) they will usually stay low and compact.