Growing Tips

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water deeply to encourage strong root growth.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks for best growth.
• Temperature Sensitivity: Red Russian Kale can bolt in high temperatures, so it’s best suited for cooler growing seasons.
• Companion Planting: Pair with nasturtium (to attract cabbage worms away) and mint (to deter flea beetles).

Harvesting

• Timing: Harvest baby greens in 21 days, or full-sized leaves in 50-60 days.
• Method: Start with the outer leaves, leaving the central bud intact for continuous growth.
• Flavor: Kale’s flavor is enhanced by frost, so for fall harvests, wait until after the first frost for optimal sweetness.