Kale- Black Toscana

Brassica oleracea acephala Open Pollinated

  • Leaf vegetable
  • Dark grey savoyed leaves

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Description

Kale- Black Toscana

Brassica oleracea acephala

  • Leaf vegetable
  • Dark grey savoyed leaves

A very attractive savoyed leaf variety with dark grey/green leaves. Grows to 60cm tall. Heirloom. Also known as Cavolo Nero.

Kale is also known as Borecole.

Seeds per gram: 400
Product code: Z-10163_P

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Best Months to Plant
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Temperate
Sub-Tropical
Tropical
Arid
Method Sow direct or raise seedlings
Sowing Depth 10mm
Season Late summer and autumn
Germination 3-7 days @ Aug-30°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle Hardy Biennial (usually grown as an annual)
Row Spacing 50cm
Plant Spacing 50cm
Plant Height 60cm
Position Full sun, well drained soil
Days Until Maturity 55-65 days

*Notes: Protect from slugs, snails, aphids and caterpillars. Keep well watered.

How To Grow

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Ratings & Reviews

Kale- Black Toscana

This basically grows like a weed and we produce way more than we can even eat. I planted 4 seedlings 2 years ago and it just keeps on growing. I must be growing a monster plant as it's up to my chest and spread out into a small bush
Alenka C 29 November 2022