Red Russian Kale (Seed Freaks)

KALE: RED RUSSIAN

(BRASSICA OLERACEA VAR. SABELLICA)

An earlier version of “Red Winter” this is one of the more delicately textured kales with green leaves and red/purple and blush stems.

Winner of taste tests.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: JAN – MAY

Temperate: AUG – JUN

Sub – Tropical: MAR – JUL

Tropical: MAR – SEP

Arid: MAR – SEP

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 7

Rich, well-drained, soil.

GROWING TIPS

Plant 10mm deep, 35 – 45cm apart and keep moist.

Heavy feeder.

Frost hardy.

Pick outside leaves first.

DAYS TO HARVEST

55 Days

APPROX 250 SEEDS