Kale Red Russian

Brassica Oleracea varViridis

Kale Red Russian leaves are deep grey-green with purple veins flat non-curled with deeply cut margins. Its mature leaves are more tender than other kale varieties and have a mild sweet flavour. It is a vigorous tall plant and is a vigorous grower. It  will produce continuous harvests of tasty greens throughout the season! The young leaves are eaten raw like lettuce, the old leaves cooked like cabbage.

Although Kale can be planted at any time, its is better grown in the winter season through to spring as hot weather makes kale bitter. For the  best results, choose an area with well-drained, loamy soil and  select an area that will get full sun.

Plant seeds at a depth of ½ cm. After 2 weeks, thin seedlings so they are spaced 15cm apart. Water the plants regularly, but take care not to over water. Kale is ready to harvest when the leaves are about the size of your hands. Avoid picking the terminal bud at the top centre of the plant, as this will keep the plant productive. Only pick about a fistful of leaves per harvest.

Seed count 500

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