Kale Dwarf Siberian (Brassica Oleracea) | 2 gm (580 seeds)

Description

Kale Dwarf Siberian is a specific variety of kale, a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassica oleracea species, including cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. It is known for its compact growth habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens or containers. 

Here are some Characteristics of Dwarf Siberian kale:

Growth Habit:

• As a dwarf variety, it tends to have shorter stems and smaller leaves compared to other kale varieties.
• This compact growth habit makes it well-suited for growing in limited spaces or containers.

Leaf Characteristics:

• The leaves are typically curly or wrinkled, with a dark green coloration.
• The leaves are edible and can be harvested for culinary use.

Planting Kale:

• Kale is easy to plant directly in the soil or into starter pots and transplant out.
• To direct sow, plant seeds in well-worked soil that has been deeply watered and is debris-free. Cover with 1/4″ of finely sifted soil.
• If you are planting seeds in starter pots, plant them into thoroughly moist high-quality seed starting soil. Place seeds on the top of the soil and cover with 1/4″ of finely sifted soil.
• Once your kale has germinated and the first set of true leaves show, fertilize with an organic liquid fertilizer. When the plants are 3-4″ tall you can plant them out into the garden.

Growing Kale:

• Grow in full sun during the cooler part of the year. In warmer months, kale can take some shade. If the weather is particularly hot, you can use shade cloth to protect the crop.
• Kale is easy to grow and does not suffer from many pest or disease issues. Plant with adequate spacing to ensure good airflow around the plants. This will help with aphids and whiteflies.