Brassica oleracea
Also known as dinosaur kale, black Tuscan kale, black cabbage, and black palm. Vigorous dark green to black leaves of this 18th century heirloom are favored by gourmets. Harvest tender young baby greens for fresh salads in just 21 days when 2″–4″ tall, or grow full-sized plants in about 2 months. Full sized plants can reach up to 24″-48″ tall and 12″-14″ wide. Botanical Interests’® Nero Toscana Kale Seeds are USDA Organic and have been verified by The Non-GMO Project.
This packet sows up to 288 feet.
21–62 days to maturity.
Outdoors: Sow 1-2 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is above 45°F for spring/summer crop. Sow 10-12 weeks before your average first fall frost date for fall crop. In mild climates, sow in fall for very early spring crop.
Indoors: Sow 4-6 weeks before your average last frost date. For a fall crop, start 12-14 weeks before your average first fall frost date, transplanting after 4-6 weeks. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 65°–85°F.
What is an heirloom seed?
An heirloom variety is one that has been passed down from generation to generation. Generally, the variety must have been around for at least 50 years. They are open-pollinated, which means they have been exposed to natural pollination methods like insects or winds. They aren’t hybrids or genetically modified.
