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Kale Borecole 'Black Tuscan' – Seeds (Nero di Toscana)
Kale Borecole 'Black Tuscan' is a striking, dark-green to almost black leafy kale with deeply wrinkled leaves and a rich, earthy flavor. Also known as Nero di Toscana, this traditional Italian kale is perfect for soups, sautés, salads, and healthy smoothies.
Its hardy, frost-tolerant nature makes it ideal for cool-season gardening, and its dramatic foliage adds both culinary and ornamental value to vegetable beds.
How to Grow
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Sow indoors: February – April
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Sow outdoors: March – May
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Plant spacing: 30–40 cm between plants
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Position: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost
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Care: Water consistently; mulch to retain moisture; remove yellowing leaves to encourage growth
Key Features
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Deep green, wrinkled leaves with rich, earthy flavor
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Frost-hardy and suitable for cool-season growing
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Perfect for soups, sautés, salads, and smoothies
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Ornamental and culinary value in vegetable gardens
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High-yielding and easy to cultivate
Harvest
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Harvesting period: 60–90 days after sowing
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Pick outer leaves regularly for continuous harvest; leaves improve in flavor after light frost.
Short Tip
Harvest leaves from the bottom up and after a light frost for the sweetest, most tender flavor.
Kale 'Scarlet' – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)
The Kale 'Scarlet' is a stunning ornamental and culinary variety, prized for its deeply curled, frilly leaves that turn a rich purple-red as temperatures drop. This hardy kale is packed with vitamins and minerals, offering a sweet, mild flavor that improves after the first frosts.
Beautiful in the garden and nutritious in the kitchen, it’s perfect for salads, smoothies, sautés, and winter soups.
How to Grow
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Sow indoors: March – May
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Sow outdoors: April – June
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Transplant/Thin: 40–50 cm apart
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive
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Position: Full sun or partial shade
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Care: Water regularly and protect young plants from pests
Key Features
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Striking deep-red, frilly leaves
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Sweet flavor enhanced by frost
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Very hardy, withstands winter cold
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Rich in vitamins A, C, and K
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Dual-purpose: ornamental and edible
Sowing & Harvest
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Sow: March – June
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Harvest: October – March
Winter Kale – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)
Winter Kale is a hardy, nutrient-rich leafy green perfect for cold-weather gardens. This variety produces robust, dark green leaves that remain tender and flavorful even after frost. Ideal for soups, stews, sautés, or fresh salads, Winter Kale is a staple for year-round gardening and adds both color and nutrition to your plate.
How to Grow
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Sow seeds outdoors from March to July.
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Sow 1–2 cm deep in rows 30–40 cm apart.
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Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm spacing for strong growth.
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Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
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Can be harvested continuously by cutting outer leaves, leaving the center to grow.
Key Features
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Cold-hardy and frost-tolerant
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Nutrient-dense dark green leaves
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Continuous cut-and-come-again harvesting
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Ideal for soups, stews, salads, and sautéing
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Easy to grow in home gardens and allotments
Ideal For
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Winter and early spring harvesting
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Nutritious soups, smoothies, and salads
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Beginner and experienced gardeners alike
Sowing & Harvest
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Sow: March to July
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Depth: 1–2 cm
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Spacing: 20–30 cm between plants
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Harvest: September to February
Quick Tip
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Frost enhances the flavor, making the leaves sweeter and more tender.
Kale 'Red Russian' Seeds (Brassica oleracea)
Bring color and nutrition to your garden with Kale 'Red Russian', a hardy variety with tender, oak-shaped leaves flushed with purple-red veins. Sweeter and milder than many other kales, it’s perfect for salads, smoothies, steaming, and stir-fries. Cold-hardy and easy to grow, it thrives from early spring to late winter, providing a long season of nutrient-rich harvests.
How to Grow
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Sow indoors in early spring or direct outdoors from spring to mid-summer.
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Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
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Sow 1 cm deep in rows 45 cm apart.
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Thin or transplant seedlings to 40–50 cm apart.
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Harvest young leaves for salads or allow plants to mature for larger leaves.
Key Features
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Attractive purple-red veined leaves with tender texture
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Mild, sweet flavor compared to traditional kales
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Cold-hardy and reliable through autumn and winter
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Perfect for cut-and-come-again harvesting
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Nutrient-rich superfood, high in vitamins and minerals
Ideal For
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Fresh salads and smoothies
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Stir-fries, soups, and steaming
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Year-round kitchen gardens
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Gardeners seeking hardy, reliable greens
Sowing
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Best time: March to July
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Depth: 1 cm
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Row spacing: 45 cm
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Plant spacing: 40–50 cm
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Harvest: From 6–8 weeks after sowing
Quick Tip
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Harvest young leaves regularly to promote fresh growth and sweeter flavor.
Ornamental Kale – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)
Bring brilliant late-season color to your garden with Ornamental Kale, a hardy plant grown for its highly decorative, frilly foliage in shades of white, pink, purple, and green. Cold weather intensifies the colors, making it an excellent choice for autumn and winter displays.
Why Grow Ornamental Kale?
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Vibrant foliage in striking colors
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Thrives in cool weather
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Adds interest to borders and pots when flowers fade
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Hardy and easy to grow
Key Features
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Type: Hardy annual/biennial (grown as an annual)
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Height: 25–35 cm
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Foliage: Frilly, variegated (white, pink, purple, green)
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Position: Full sun to partial shade
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Use: Autumn/winter bedding, pots, borders, edging
Ideal For
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Extending garden color into autumn and winter
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Container displays and borders
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Pairing with pansies, violas, and ornamental grasses
Sowing & Growing
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Sow: May–July, 0.5 cm deep in trays or outdoors
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Germination: 7–14 days
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Transplant seedlings 30 cm apart
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For strongest colors, grow in cool conditions
Tip: The colder the weather, the more vivid the foliage colors become!
