Ornamental Kale - Key Growing Information
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
10-14 days at 70-85°F (21-29°C)SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow 4-6 weeks before planting out. After germination, plants grow best under cooler conditions, 60-70°F (16-21°C) for 3-4 weeks. Plants begin to color once temperatures drop below 50°F (10°C). Direct seed - Sow about 3 months before expected fall/winter frost. When 10-12" tall, remove lower leaves. Repeat 3 or 4 times.LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.PLANT HEIGHT:
24-36".PLANT SPACING:
4-6". Plants spaced more than 6" will produce heads that are too large for cut-flower use.HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.HARVEST:
Kale should have a 6" head on a 24" stem with good coloring. Plants will begin to color once temperatures drop below 50°F.SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Moist, well-drained soil. Discontinue fertilizing once plants begin to color.USES:
Long-lasting cut flower.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Once plants are about 10-12" tall, remove the lower leaves. Repeat 3 or 4 times as the plants grow taller. Provide horizontal netting to prevent the plants from falling over, as they become top heavy.SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Brassica oleracea
