Dwarf Curled Kale Seeds
Dwarf Curled Kale Seeds
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Dwarf Curled Kale Seeds is a delicious and nutritious leafy blue-green that is perfect for home gardening. These kale seeds produce compact plants that are perfect for small spaces or container gardens. The blue-green leaves are curled and ruffled, adding texture and visual interest to any garden or dish.
Specification:
- Days to Maturity: It takes approximately 55-65 days from seed to harvest.
- Quantity: 30 Pieces
- Planting Season: Dwarf Blue Curled Kale is a cool-season crop that is best planted in early spring or late summer for fall harvest.
- Planting Depth: Plant seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep in well-drained soil.
- Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
- Light Requirements: Dwarf Blue Curled Kale needs full sun to partial shade, with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Species and varieties: Dwarf Curled Kale (Brassica oleracea var. sabellica) is a variety of kale known for its compact size and tightly curled leaves. It is part of the Brassicaceae family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts.
- Hybrid or heirloom: Dwarf Curled Kale is typically an heirloom variety, meaning it has been passed down through generations without hybridization. Heirloom seeds are valued for their genetic diversity and historical significance.
- Pruning and training: Dwarf Curled Kale requires minimal pruning. Regularly harvesting the outer leaves encourages new growth and helps maintain the plant's compact shape. Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves to promote healthy growth.
- Fertilization needs: Kale benefits from a balanced fertilizer applied at planting and periodically throughout the growing season. Use a fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 or similar. Compost or well-rotted manure can also be used to enrich the soil. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth and reduced flavor.
- Hardiness zones: Dwarf Curled Kale is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9. It is a cold-hardy plant that can tolerate frost and even improve in flavor after exposure to light frosts.
- Climate requirements: This variety of kale thrives in cool weather and can be grown in both spring and fall. It prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C) but can withstand temperatures as low as 20°F (-6°C). It requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
