Seed Therapy Kale
Best hardy greens for home gardeners seeking abundant, nutritious harvests.
This heirloom Lacinato kale boasts deeply savoyed, near-black leaves and a rich flavor that sweetens with frost. It's a "cut-and-come-again" variety, offering a long harvest of this cold-tolerant favorite, perfect for salads and cooking.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet greens for salads, sautés, and smoothies.
- Gardeners desiring a resilient, long-harvesting crop that withstands cooler weather.
- Health-focused individuals prioritizing nutrient-rich vegetables for their diet.
Who should skip it
- New gardeners unprepared for consistent monitoring and organic pest control methods.
- Growers in hot climates without shade solutions or a staggered planting strategy.
- Urban gardeners with limited plot space or those preferring compact container plants.
Key Specs
Plant Name
Black Magic Kale (Brassica oleracea)
Seed Quantity
Approx. 250 seeds
Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
Lifecycle
Biennial, typically grown as an annual.
Height
24-36 inches
USDA Zone
2-11
Origin
American Grown
Sowing
Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop.
Depth
Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Spacing
Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
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