Red Russían Organic Kale Seeds 4087. Heirloom Vegetable. Approx. 380 seeds/pkt (400 seeds/gram).
Red Organic Kale produces flat toothed, grey-green leaves with a central purple-red stem. The purple-red colour intensifies as the temperature decreases but will turn a rich, dark green when cooked. This kale has a soft and tender texture when braised. And besides great taste, kale leaves are rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and even protein. The plants are very winter hardy and, frankly, exposure to cold weather in the fall improves the flavour even more! This variety came to Canada sometime around 1885.
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Sow seed 1cm (1/2in) deep in early spring or from June through to early July in rows 60cm (24in) apart. Thin seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart. Kale is very cold tolerant and develops its best flavour after the fall frosts.
- Planting Depth: 1cm (1/2in)
- Row Spacing: 60cm (24in)
- Thin To: 30cm (12in)
| Size |
packet |
| Days to Emergence |
10 - 15 days |
| Days to Harvest | 75 days |
| Degree of Difficulty | Easy |
| Family Name | Brassicaceae |
| Frost Tolerance | Winter Hardy |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Height | Medium (50 - 70cm) |
| Heritage | Heirloom |
| Latin | Brassica oleracea |
| Lifecycle | Biennial Harvested as an Annual |
| Light | Full Sun |
| Organic Status | Certified Organic |
| Propagation | Sow Direct |