AMERICAN GARDENER

Botanical Classification Savoy cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. sabauda, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, and Brussels sprouts. This cultivar is a type of head cabbage, distinguished by its crinkled, loose leaves that form a less compact head compared to green or red … Read more

Botanical Classification Bok choy, scientifically classified as Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, and kale. Unlike other cabbages that form tight heads, bok choy is a non-heading, leafy green vegetable, closely related to turnips and Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis). Its classification … Read more

Botanical Classification Red cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and Brussels sprouts. This cultivar is a type of head cabbage, distinguished by its vibrant purple or reddish leaves. Like other Brassica oleracea varieties, it descends from … Read more

Botanical Classification Green cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata, belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, and Brussels sprouts. This variety is a type of head cabbage, characterized by its tightly packed, spherical heads. The Brassica oleracea species, originating from wild cabbage native to coastal Europe, encompasses diverse … Read more

Botanical Classification Pointed cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. conica, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale. This cultivar is a type of head cabbage, distinguished by its conical or pointed shape rather than the round heads of typical cabbages. It shares … Read more

Botanical Classification January King Cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. capitata, belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, and cauliflower. This cultivar is a type of savoy cabbage, distinguished by its crinkled, vibrant leaves. The Brassica oleracea species encompasses a wide range of cultivated varieties, all derived from … Read more

Botanical Classification Brussels sprouts, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera, belong to the Brassicaceae family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, and kale. This cultivar is a unique member of the Brassica oleracea species, specifically bred for its small, leafy buds that resemble miniature cabbages. The plant is a biennial, typically grown … Read more

Botanical Classification Napa cabbage, scientifically classified as Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis, belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and turnips. Unlike Brassica oleracea cabbages (e.g., green or savoy), Napa cabbage is derived from the Brassica rapa species, closely related to bok choy and Chinese mustard greens. The pekinensis subspecies … Read more

Botanical Classification Premier kale, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. acephala, belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, and collards. The acephala variety indicates non-heading brassicas, characterized by loose, leafy rosettes rather than compact heads. Premier is a hybrid cultivar of curly kale, bred for its early maturity and … Read more

Botanical Classification Scarlet kale, scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. acephala, belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, and other kales. The acephala variety denotes non-heading brassicas, characterized by loose, leafy rosettes rather than compact heads. Scarlet kale is an open-pollinated cultivar of curly kale, bred for its vibrant … Read more