Brassica, Kale 'Red Russian'
- Sun Preference
- Part-Sun
Description
This heirloom kale was first brought to the U.S. by Russian traders. Wavy gray-green leaves tinged with purple taste best when tender. Delicious cooked, or raw in salads.
Plant in rich, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade in early spring, or midsummer for a fall crop. Start indoors six weeks before last spring frost date and transplant two weeks before last frost. Water consistently. Cut outer leaves from bottom of plant as needed. Leaves will regrow from central core.
Brassica oleracea
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More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Kale |
| Sun Preference | Part-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Spring, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 13" - 24" |
| Mature Spread (Range) | 12" - 24" |
| Spacing Between Rows | 24" |
| Spacing in Row | 18" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 |
| Manufacturer Number | 1248 |