resistant To Diseasesresistant To Harsh Winter Weatherthe Narrow Leaves Of This Kale Have A Heavily Savoyed, bubbly Look. It Cooks Quickly, Keeping A Rich Dark Green Colour To The Leaves, A Wonderful Flavour & A Delicate Texture.cavolo Nero Is Impressively Cold-hardy & Stands Up To Weather That Other Cabbage Relatives Just Cant Abide. Like Parsnips The Flavour Is Intensified After An Evenings Frost.good News To The Home-grower It Is Resistant To Many Crop Diseases Including Pesky Woodpigeons That Can Strip Leaves Off Your Prize Crops In An Instant.