1000 Lacinato Kale Seeds for Planting - Tuscan Heirloom Dinosaur Kale, Non-GMO, USA Grown by RDR Seeds

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1000 Lacinato Kale Seeds for Planting - Tuscan Heirloom Dinosaur Kale, Non-GMO, USA Grown by RDR Seeds1000 Lacinato Kale Seeds for Planting - Tuscan Heirloom Dinosaur Kale, Non-GMO, USA Grown by RDR Seeds1000 Lacinato Kale Seeds for Planting - Tuscan Heirloom Dinosaur Kale, Non-GMO, USA Grown by RDR Seeds

Tuscan Heirloom Kale: Lacinato (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) is a centuries-old Italian heirloom from Tuscany; deep blue-green savoyed leaves with tender texture; milder, earthier flavor than curly types; ideal for salads, soups, and sautees. 1000 Seeds, Real Yield Potential: 1000 seeds can produce 300-1,050 LBS of kale leaves under good conditions; cut-and-come-again harvests all season; grows well in containers 12+ inches deep; based on 1000 seeds x 20-70% survival x 1.5 lbs avg per plant. Easy to Start Indoors or Direct Sow: Plant 1/4 inch deep; start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow when temps reach 40-80F; transplant outdoors at 3-4 inches tall; germinates in 5-10 days; sow in spring or fall for best results. Full Season Growing Guide: Grow in full sun (6-10 hrs); space 12-18 inches apart; reaches 24-36 inches tall; optimal growth at 60-75F, tolerates 35-85F; thin seedlings early for best leaf size; thrives in USDA Zones 3-10; frost sweetens flavor in fall. Waterproof Packet, Packed in the USA: Seeds arrive in a waterproof packet that shields against humidity; Non-GMO; packed with care in the USA; includes seeds (not live plants). Lacinato kale brings the flavors of a Tuscan garden to your backyard. Its deeply textured, dark blue-green leaves are tender enough to eat raw and sturdy enough to hold up in soups, stews, and braises - a versatility few leafy greens can match. After the first frost of fall, the leaves mellow and sweeten, rewarding growers who plant early and harvest late. This Italian heirloom has been grown continuously since the 18th century in the Tuscany region of Italy. Open-pollinated and true-to-type season after season, Lacinato (also called Dinosaur Kale, Tuscan Kale, or Cavolo Nero) produces distinctive lance-shaped leaves with a pebbly, savoyed surface. It grows upright to 24-36 inches tall, making it easy to harvest without bending, and its cut-and-come-again habit means a single plant keeps producing from spring through hard frost. Consistent soil moisture is key to kale success. Seedlings that dry out during the first 2-3 weeks can stall or die before they establish. Keep soil evenly moist - not waterlogged - through germination and the early growth phase. Once plants reach 6-8 inches tall, they are considerably more tolerant of short dry spells. Indoor/Outdoor Usage: Indoor, Outdoor Brand: RDR Seeds Material Feature: GMO Free, Heirloom Color: Dark Blue-Green Special Feature: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun Unit Count: 1000 Count Expected Planting Period: Spring Product Care Instructions: Sow 1/4 in deep indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow when temps reach 40-80 F. Full sun. Space 12-18 in. Harvest outer leaves for continuous cut-and-come-again production.See more USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-10 Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor, Outdoor Other Special Features of the Product: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun Expected Planting Period: Spring USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-10 Expected Plant Height: 36 inches Soil Type: Loam Soil Moisture Needs: Regular Watering Material Features: GMO Free, Heirloom Product Care Instructions: Sow 1/4 in deep indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow when temps reach 40-80 F. Full sun. Space 12-18 in. Harvest outer leaves for continuous cut-and-come-again production. Unit Count: 1000 Count Number of Items: 1000 Brand Name: RDR Seeds Manufacturer: RDR Seeds Color: Dark Blue-Green