Providing Herbs, Fine Seeds and Goods for the Gardener Cook since 1950
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Providing Herbs, Fine Seeds and Goods for the Gardener Cook since 1950
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White Russian Kale Organic

White Russian Kale Organic

$3.25 $0.00
  • Brassica oleracea acephala group. 50 days.Open Pollinated.  Grows 24-36" tall. 
  • Cold-hardy and considered the sweetest and best tasting by many a gourmet gardener. 
  • Vigorous attractive selection, White Russian Kale  tolerates water saturated soil better than other varieties. A cousin of Red Russian Kale the leaves are lightly frilled and dissected with white veining. 
  • Be sure to leave a few plants through winter in spring they’ll sprout delicious side shoots. 
  • Another fine contribution from Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed.

Planting Directions:  Plant in spring when soil temperature  is between 45 to 85?, optimum 72 ?. Plant in fertile soil enriched with compost or garden fertilizer 2-3 weeks prior to planting. Sow seed 1/2” deep.  Thin seedlings to stand 12-18” apart. Water heavy during growing season and do not water after first frost in fall. Sow in September for a fall and winter crop. Light frost improves flavor and sweetness.