Kale Borecole Nero Di Toscana Black Tuscan

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Kale Borecole Nero Di Toscana Black Tuscan

The ultimate Kale variety originating from Tuscany, often referred to as Palm Kale or Black Tuscan Kale. A non-heading variety, the robust plants will produce rich, succulent, tasty, dark green leaves (pick them when they’re young and tender) throughout the harshest winters. A well known and favourite Italian vegetable.

Cultivation Advice Kale Borecole Nero Di Toscana Black Tuscan

Plant in spring as soon as the ground can be worked or in autumn for an over-winter crop.
Sow 1/4 to 1/2″ deep, 1″ apart in rows 18-30″ apart. Thin seedlings to 8-12″ apart which can be transplanted or eaten.
Kale germinates best in cool or warm soil temperatures with even moisture.
Choose an area with full sun and a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.
Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure.
Harvest by clipping individual leaves
Kale is very hardy and quality actually improves after a frost.