200 KALE "Red Russian" Vegetable Seeds - Home Grown USA Healthy Heirloom Organic

Description: Organic Kale Seeds (Brassica napus va pabularia) "Red Russian Kale" A.k.a. "Ragged Jack" or "Siberian Red Russian Kale" Amount of 1 = 1/8 tsp. = 200 seeds. Organic, Heirloom, open-pollinated, Non-GMO, Homemade in USA. Description/Taste: Kale is richer in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals than other greens. Red Russian kale grows in a large loose rosette shape that averages 3 feet tall. This kale is much larger than regular kale. This variety is easily recognized by its richly colored burgundy stems and purple tinted leaves. The huge dark green leaves are shaped like oak leaves, with frilly margins and purple veins. Red and purple hues intensify and sweeten after frost. Russian Kale is a cool weather vegetable that thrives in colder weather; and tolerates freezing temperatures. It tastes better than the summer growing varieties. Red Russian kale offers a mild nutty flavor that is slightly sweet and earthy with a hearty texture. When choosing Red Russian kale look for fresh, bright, firm leaves. Seasons/Availability: Red Russian kale is available year-round with peak season during fall, winter and early spring. Current Facts: Red Russian kale or Ragged Jack kale is a subspecies of Brassica oleracea, a cousin to other decorative cabbages and kales. Red Russian kale is an heirloom variety that is grown as a biennial in most climates. Until the end of the Middle Ages, kale was one of the most common green vegetables in all of Europe. It has since become a commonly grown crop world-wide, valued for its rich nutrient supply. Planting Time: Early Spring or Early Fall for Winter and Spring harvest. Temperature Preference: 35-70F Hardiness Zone: Annual 2 -10 (Biennial 7-10) Hardy to -10 F (In Zone 5, mine comes back every year and freely reseeds itself also.) Growth Habit: Vigorous, Leafy, Upright Pests and Diseases: No serious diseases but (as with all greens) monitor regularly for pests. Color: Dark green leaves with purple and red highlights Flavor: Mildy sweet, similar to broccoli stems Soil Preference: Nitrogen-rich, loamy, well-drained Light Preference: Full Sun - Part Shade Days to Germination: 3-10 Days to Maturity: 50-70 (Micro-greens in 30 days. You can enjoy Kale very small or at full maturity.) Plant Height: 18-36" Plant Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 24" Seeding Depth: 1/4" -1/2" FREE SHIPPING on all orders within the USA! Orders under $15 will be shipped USPS First Class Letter with NO tracking, to keep costs low. Certificate of Mailing available for all orders $15 and above or for an additional $2.00. Tracking costs $4.00. If your order does not arrive within two weeks; please reach out to me before opening a case in the resolution center. I will be happy to resolve any issues with your order, and replace any seeds lost or damaged in the mail.

Price: 2.99 USD

Location: Huntley, Illinois

End Time: 2024-11-28T07:47:41.000Z

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