Description
Kale Red Russian
This heirloom kale was first brought to the U.S. by Russian trader. Wavy gray-green leaves tinged with purple taste best when tender. Delicious cooked, or raw in salads.
Planting
Plant in rich, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade in early spring, or midsummer for a fall crop. Start indoors six weeks before last spring frost date and transplant two weeks before last spring frost. Water consistently.
Harvest
Cut outer leaves from bottom of plant as needed. Leaves will regrow from central core.
No Chemical Fertilizers
No Seed Treatments
Certified Organically-Grown Seed
- Sprouts in 7-14 days
- Matures in 50 days
- Seed Count: Approx. 500