KALE - Nero Di Toscana

OP Open Pollinated

HL Heirloom

(400 seeds)

$3.95

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both edible and ornamental in one

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This weird and wonderful-looking form of Kale is a very old favourite. The leaves are so dark, and the structure so striking, that some people Read More

This weird and wonderful-looking form of Kale is a very old favourite. The leaves are so dark, and the structure so striking, that some people call it “black palm” kale. If you’re tempted to try it in your ornamental garden, go ahead, it will certainly add a touch of style with its unusual appearance. Of course, you’ll also be picking it to eat. It tastes at its best and sweetest once it has had a touch of frost. Add it to soups and stews as the Italians do.

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Quantity

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Days to Harvest

60 days

Position/Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Medium

Plant Spacing

40cm

Plant Height

40cm

Additional Features

Cool Season, Cuisine, Cut-and-Come-Again, Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible

Product Details

Common Name: KALE - Nero Di Toscana

Seeds Per Packet: Approx 400

Days to Harvest: 60 days

Watering: Medium

Plant Spacing: 40cm

Row Spacing: 60cm

Companion Plants: Beans, Beets, Dill, Onions

Additional Features: Cool Season, Cuisine, Cut-and-Come-Again, Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea

Germination Time: 7-14 days

Position/Sunlight: Full Sun

Plant Height: 40cm

Sow Depth: 10mm

Best Months to Plant – Kale
Climate Zone	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cool/Mountain	✓	✓	✓	✓
Temperate	✓	✓	✓	✓				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Arid			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Subtropical			✓	✓	✓	✓
Tropical			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Cool/Mountain – Kale
Method	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓

Temperate – Kale
Method	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓

Arid – Kale
Method	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Subtropical – Kale
Method	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓

Tropical – Kale
Method	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓

Growing Information

How to Sow

Kale germinates very easily and is best sown where it will grow. Water well when you water, and then leave until the surface begins to dry. After germination, you can reduce watering.

How to Harvest

You can start picking your greens from about 60 days after sowing. Simply select and cut the leaves you need.

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How to Sow

Kale germinates very easily and is best sown where it will grow. Water well when you water, and then leave until the surface begins to dry. After germination, you can reduce watering.

How to Harvest

You can start picking your greens from about 60 days after sowing. Simply select and cut the leaves you need.

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See sowing times, planting tips, watering, harvesting and common problems for this crop.

View full grow guide →