KALE Vates Blue Curled Scotch (Brassica oleracea)

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Vates Blue Scotch Curled

Brassica oleracea

$3.99

3 g Approximately

Vates Blue Scotch Curled Kale (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) is an heirloom variety prized for its finely curled blue-green leaves, compact growth, and hardiness. This variety matures in 50-80 days and becomes especially tender and sweet after frost. Its resilience and ease of growth make it a popular choice for cooler climates and container gardening. It reaches a height of 12-16 inches, spreading to about 24 inches in diameter, making it an excellent choice for edible borders or large patio containers.

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Key Growing Information

Days to Germination: 7-10 days
Days to Maturity: 50-80 days (slower in winter)
Planting Time: Early spring to mid-summer for continuous harvest through fall and winter
Sunlight Requirement: Full sun in cool climates, partial shade in hot climates
Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil high in organic matter with a pH of 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants; 18-36 inches between rows
Height: 12-16 inches
Frost Hardy: Yes

Planting Instructions

Starting Indoors:

Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost.
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Thin to the strongest seedling once true leaves appear.

Direct Sowing:

Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or mid-summer.
Place 3-4 seeds per planting spot, 1/4 inch deep. Thin to one plant every 12-18 inches once seedlings are established.

Container Growing:

Use a container with a minimum of five gallons of soil. Space plants about 12 inches apart.

Growing Tips

Growing Tips

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. In hot months, water regularly to maintain leaf quality.
Fertilizing: Apply a complete organic fertilizer at planting. Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with compost or a balanced fertilizer.
Temperature Sensitivity: Vates Blue Scotch Curled Kale can bolt in extreme heat, so planting in partial shade during hotter months is advisable.

Harvesting

Timing: Begin harvesting outer leaves at 50 days, when they reach the size of your hand. For baby greens, harvest leaves when they are smaller for salads.
Method: Use scissors to clip individual leaves from the outer part of the plant, leaving the inner leaves intact for continued growth.
Flavor: Frost enhances the sweet, nutty flavor of the leaves, making fall and winter harvests especially delicious.

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Uses

Culinary: Vates Blue Scotch Curled Kale is excellent in salads, soups, stir-fries, and as a garnish. Massaging leaves with lemon juice and olive oil softens the texture for raw consumption.
Nutritional Value: High in vitamins A and C, this variety is also rich in iron and antioxidants, supporting a healthy immune system.

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