Maintaining Kale
Keep ground mulched, especially before it gets warm
Regularly water, anytime the top 1" soil is dry
10 - 14 weeks from seed to harvest
How to growKale
Planting
Planting
When to plant Kale
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Cool season(30°F → 85°F)
Survives hard freezes
Replant as often as every 8 weeks
How to plant Kale
Start by seeding indoors or seeding outdoors or transplanting
Seed 1/4" deep
2 plants / square
Prefers a 7 gal container
Prefers full sunlight or partial shade
Grows to 1 - 2 ft
Kale Varieties
Dwarf Blue Curled
Nero Toscana
Premier Blend
Red Russian
Redbor
Dwarf Blue Curled
'Dwarf Blue Curled', from the 1800s, is extremely hardy and will overwinter in all but the coldest climates. Like most greens, it grows best in cool weather but will also withstand some heat. Leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals and low in calories. The flavor of the leaves is sweetened after a light frost; delicious in winter soups!
Growing
Harvesting
Harvesting
When to harvest Kale
Harvest only outer leaves when they are 6-8" long.How to store Kale
Wash, pat dry, wrap in paper towel, and place in plastic bag; store in the refrigerator.Stays fresh up to 1 week
