Red Russian Kale, pre 1885 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Brassica napus) (aka Ragged Jack) One of the hardiest and most tender-leaved of all kales, this variety is originally from Siberia and was brought to Canada by Russian traders around 1885. Its beautiful, frilly, purple-veined, blue-green leaves are tinged with red-purple and resemble oak leaves. Vigorous plants grow 18-36" tall. Leaves have a mild, sweet flavor. Hardy to -10°F. 50-60 days from transplant.

Characteristics: 

Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow.

Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost

Plant 1/4" Deep

Germinate 3-10 days

Plant Rows 24" apart 

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