{"title":"Kale Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"LCH4ETI\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/i\u003e) Kale may be the hardiest of the cabbage kin. It excels in cold weather, tasting best after frost has kissed the tender, succulent leaves. Kale thrives in rich soil, heavy in organic matter and well drained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kale-scarlet","title":"Kale Seeds, Scarlet","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003esabellica\u003c\/em\u003e). A lovely curled \"red\" kale that produces lots of delicious, frilly leaves and takes the chill of winter in stride! Pretty in the flower garden or on the plate. Rich in nutrition and flavor. In our preliminary tests, it had almost as much vitamin C as oranges, the most of any kale we tested in 2020. A true superfood that is so pretty!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scarlet kale grows best in cooler weather, which can even enhance its color and flavor. This variety is frost hardy, making it an excellent choice for fall and early spring planting. It grows best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in warmer climates to prevent bolting. Plant in rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511106634014,"sku":"KA116","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_scarlet.jpg?v=1782395645"},{"product_id":"kale-thousandhead","title":"Kale Seeds, Thousandhead","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e). Grow mammoth-sized kale that remains tender even as the leaves grow to an astounding 3 feet long. In The Vegetable Garden in 1885, French seed house Vilmorin mentioned this ancient variety from the U.K. as a productive, multi-branching type that also goes by the name “Branching Borecole.” Vilmorin also noted that the variety originally hailed from western France. Peter Miller of Kings Seed mentioned that Thousandhead kale was long appreciated in the U.K. as a fodder crop, but it has been rediscovered as a tasty culinary variety. Its leaf structure also makes for easier pest management. Those who have struggled with cabbage worms understand how caterpillars love to hide in the folds of curly kale leaves. This variety is just lightly curled at the edges, making caterpillars easier to spot and treat! This seed was sourced from Kings Seed of England; the King family has been in the seed business for centuries. John Kemp King began selling seeds in 1793; his grandson Ernest William began Kings Seeds, and it has been in business for 130 years! Kings Seed is the last remaining horticultural wholesale seed house in England and is still a family affair. Miller has worked for the company 55 years, and his grandfather also worked for Kings since 1913!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003eThousandhead kale grows best in full sun, but it can also tolerate partial shade. The ideal soil pH for this plant is between 6.0 and 7.5. This kale is cold-hardy and can withstand frosts, making it suitable for late fall and early spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511133274398,"sku":"KA111","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_thousandhead_1.jpg?v=1782396565"},{"product_id":"collards-georgia-southern-or-creole","title":"Collard Seeds, Georgia Southern or Creole","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e). A great old Southern favorite, pre-1880 heirloom. Has a good resistance to heat and cold. Sure, it's great for the South, but also good up north. Huge yield, a real producer, very tasty, and flavorful. In its 1921 catalog, the J.J. Wilson Seed Co. noted that the variety, with its large, tender leaves, \"should be better known.\" We concur!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creole collards are a hardy, heirloom variety that thrives in both heat and cold, making them suitable for various climates. They are well-regarded for their mild, cabbage-like flavor that improves with light frost. These collards grow best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. They prefer fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5 and benefit from the addition of compost or organic matter to boost soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511135797534,"sku":"OG109","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/collards_georgia_southern_creole.jpg?v=1782396494"},{"product_id":"kale-russian-red-or-ragged-jack","title":"Kale Seeds, Russian Red or Ragged Jack","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea var. sabellica\u003c\/em\u003e). 50 days. A highly nutritious kale variety with eye-catching color and form. Russian Red is very tender and mild at any size, but especially well suited to use as baby greens. The oak-type leaves of this pre-1885 heirloom variety have a red tinge, and the stems are purplish-red, adding color to the garden and the dinner plate!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian Red kale grows best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Make sure that the plant receives at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. 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In a side-by-side study of different kale varieties, curled kales were shown to have the highest concentration of glucosinolates, which studies have shown to have anti-cancer properties. Aside from an incredible host of health benefits, Blue Curled Scotch kale has a pleasant sweet and nutty kale flavor, and is perfect for kale chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Curled Scotch kale thrives in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and cool temperatures. Regular harvesting encourages continuous growth and sweeter flavor. For the best leaf texture, avoid excessive summer heat and provide consistent mulch to retain soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511153099038,"sku":"KA101","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_blue_curled_scotch.jpg?v=1782397156"},{"product_id":"kale-tronchuda","title":"Kale Seeds, Tronchuda","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003etronchuda\u003c\/em\u003e). Tronchuda is the most tender, leafy brassica we have tasted, with a history that traces back to the ancient Celts who once lived on the western coast of the Iberian Peninsula. It is an essential ingredient in Caldo Verde, the national dish of Portugal. Couve Tronchuda is so beloved in Portugal that it enjoys protected status as a cultural treasure. The large, white-ribbed leaves are tender enough to eat raw in salads. Cooked, their texture resembles spinach more than kale. Unlike kale and collards, however, Couve Tronchuda does not tolerate frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tronchuda kale is more heat-tolerant than many other kale varieties, making it a good choice for different climates. It grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. 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It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. For best results, plant it in a location that receives full sun, although it can tolerate partial shade. Adding compost or well-rotted manure to the soil before planting can improve fertility and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511174627614,"sku":"KA102","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_dwarf_siberian.jpg?v=1782398069"},{"product_id":"kale-walking-stick","title":"Kale Seeds, Walking Stick","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e). Walking Stick kale is the stuff of legend. We remember reading about this fascinating plant in the seed catalogs of yesteryear. Also known as Tall Jacks, Jersey Cabbage, or Cow Cabbage, this extra-tall kale is said to grow up to 20 feet in its native range, with an average of 6-12 feet in our gardens. Grown in Europe for centuries, mostly on the island of Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, where its long sturdy stalks were varnished and turned into canes. The leaves are also considered excellent forage for animals, with the most tender, young greens reserved for table use. Its many unusual uses, coupled with its strikingly tall stature, make it a standout variety from antiquity that we are delighted to see reintroduced to home growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walking Stick kale grows best in well-drained, loamy soil with a neutral pH between 6.5 and 7.5. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. 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Full sun is ideal, although it can tolerate partial shade. Regular watering and mulching help retain soil moisture and control weeds. Compost and balanced fertilizers support healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511649861918,"sku":"KA113","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_dazzling_blue.jpg?v=1782402912"},{"product_id":"kale-nero-di-toscana","title":"Kale Seeds, Nero Di Toscana","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e). This loose-leafed \"cabbage\" dates back to the early 1800s at least. It has beautiful, deep black-green leaves that can be 24 inches long. They are heavily savoyed. This Italian heirloom is popular in Tuscany and central Italy for making fabulous soups and stews. One of the most beautiful and flavorful types you can grow. It is high in vitamins C and A, and a source of calcium, copper, potassium, and manganese. This is truly a miraculous and healthy plant from ancient Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nero di Toscana kale is well-suited to cooler climates and is quite hardy. Prepare well-drained soil enriched with compost. Consider succession planting every 2-3 weeks for a steady supply. Regular pruning and thinning improve air circulation and reduce disease risk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511796171038,"sku":"KA117","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/kale_nero_di_toscana.jpg?v=1782405711"},{"product_id":"kale-sahara","title":"Kale Seeds, Sahara","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e). Super simple to grow, this smooth and broad-leafed kale displays gorgeous blue\/green foliage with brilliant white veins, and thrives with ferocious vigor with hardly any input. Sahara Kale thrives where others falter, enduring both scorching desert-hot days and cold desert nights. The seeds of this heat-loving kale were passed to us by Joseph Simcox after his journey to the rugged oasis near Ouarzazate, Morocco. This kale is one of the most versatile choices for a diverse range of climates. Sahara Kale shines in the kitchen with its rich, delectably succulent smooth leaves bursting with flavor. We love this highly adaptable kale from North Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sahara kale thrives in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil with full sun to light shade. Regular harvesting of lower leaves encourages bushy, upright growth. 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