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Kale

Kale is known as a superfood because it is dense in nutrients such as magnesium, which supports healthy blood pressure, mood, sleep, and muscle strength. It is also high in vitamins A, K, and C, antioxidants, and beta-carotene.

Category

Days to Sprout

Taste It for

Temprature

Germination

Pollination

Prunning

Plant Health

Support

Harvest

Vegetables

7-21

4-8 weeks

Kale prefers cooler temperatures (60-70F).

heck the roots monthly and trim any that are brown or extending past the yPod.

Aphids are a common pest, but you can use our prevention and treatment tricks to keep pests at bay!

As leaves grow, they can be harvested as baby leaves which is great for fresh salad mixes. Cutting when the leaves are 2-3 inches tall will allow the plants to regrow. Once plant reaches maturity, harvest leaves as needed by cutting at the base.

Origin

Kale has been a staple crop throughout history in many regions of the world, especially the north, as it is resilient to colder temperatures, grows relatively fast, and is nutrient dense.

Qualities

Kale is known as a superfood because it is dense in nutrients such as magnesium, which supports healthy blood pressure, mood, sleep, and muscle strength. It is also high in vitamins A, K, and C, antioxidants, and beta-carotene.

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