Kale Seed 'Dwarf Green Curled'
Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group) 'Dwarf Green Curled'
- This is an extremely sweet, non-bitter kale.
- Can even be eaten raw in salads.
- Dwarf in habit.
Supplied as a packet of approximately 100 seeds.
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Description
This is an extremely sweet, non bitter kale with the huge benefit that it does not grow huge. It doesn't require support and is perfect for growing in containers.
Left to its own devices it will grow to around 2 feet (60 cm) tall with a similar spread, though it takes well to being harvested as a cut-and-come-again crop.
Use raw in salads, steam or stir fry.
Recommended by the RHS to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects if allowed to 'go over' and flower (so if you have room leave any plants in that have gone too far rather than pulling them out straight away).
- Sow ¾" (2 cm) deep in modules or small pots from March-June.
- When large enough to handle plant out 2 feet (60 cm) apart in rows 2 feet (60 cm) - unless you are planning to grow as a cut-and-come-again crop in which case you can plant as close as 4" (10 cm) apart in the row.
- Harvest late autumn-early spring.
- Top Tips
- Kale is staggeringly hardy, withstanding temperatures as low as 5°F (-15°C) so can be left in the ground all winter long.
- Protect from pigeons - pigeons love Brassicas (so do partridges)
- Take precautions against the dreaded Cabbage White Butterfly - inspect your crop regularly, spray with our BioFriend Plant Defence or use a physical barrier such as insect netting.
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How To...
How To Sow & Grow Brassicas
Detailed advice on sowing and growing brassicas outside and under protection. Includes information on watering and pest control.
Recipes
Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for stir-fried Brussels sprouts that also works with cabbage, kale and other brassicas.
General Information
A Note About Our Seed Packets & Seed Counts
Information on Victoriana's method of packeting seed, including information on the seed packets. Also details on Victoriana's seed guarantee.
Pollinator Friendly Plants
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