Kale, Red Russian Organic Seeds

Brassica oleracea

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Kale, Red Russian Organic Seeds

Brassica oleracea

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Organic Red Russian Kale has flat-leaf leaves that are dark green with purple stems.

Red Russian Kale seeds are rich in vital nutrients such as calcium, potassium, and folate. This tender-leafed kale can grow to be two to three feet tall and has a mild, sweet flavor. Ideal for adding to salads, smoothies, and more. It can be grown as a spring and early fall crop.

Sku: 1428

Common Name: Kale

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Safe for bees

Safe
for Bees

Grows best In

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun|Partial Shade

Germination

Days to
Germination:

8 - 12 Days

Maturity

Days to
Maturity:

50 Days

Container

Best
Container Size:

12"+

Height

Growing Height:

10 - 24"

water Needs

Water
Needs:

Moist (2 in / week)

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Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea

Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Moths, and Pollinators

Fill Weight (grams): 1.1

Approximate Seed Count: 250 - 350

Flavor: Sweet and mild taste.

Preparation Ideas: Bake this variety to make delicious kale chips.

Plant Type: Vegetable

Plant Lifecycle: Annual

Landscape Use: Edible Garden

Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall

Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

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Sow in outdoor rows as soon as the ground can be worked. Place one seed every 4 inches and cover with soil. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 12 inches apart. Harvest side leaves as needed at 6 to 8 inches in length.

Planting Depth: 0.25-0.5"

Seed Spacing: Sow Organic Red Russian Kale seeds roughly 18" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 18" apart.

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

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Make several pickings during the season for abundant crop before hot weather. Sow again in midsummer for a fall crop. A light fall frost makes the pleasant flavor of the leaves even better. Bake them for tasty chips.

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