SOWING: For early crop sow seed directly outdoors in early spring. For fall and winter crops sow seed in August. Cover seed with 1/8″ inch fine soil.
THINNING AND SPACING: When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin or transplant to 18 to 24 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart or plant in blocks spacing plants 1 1/2 feet apart in all directions.
GERMINATION: One to two weeks depending upon weather and soil warmth. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
Ed’s Special Advice: Kale grows and tastes best when planted in a sunny location in a moderately moist rich soil during cooler weather. Harvest outer leaves as plant becomes well established, pick younger leaves for fresh use. Harvest late crops during fall and winter months. A rich source of vitamins and minerals.
SEED SAVING: Biennial. Allow plants to overwinter to flower and seed. Harvest dry seed pods and hang them in paper bags to dry. Pods will burst when fully mature. Store in cool, dry place.
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