30 days baby, 55 days mature. The seeds of this hardy vegetable may be started indoors or seeded directly in the garden in late April or early May. The plants reach about 30cm (12”) in height and spread up to 60cm (24”) across. The bright green leaves are extremely curly and very attractive
 
 
 
Kale is a cold weather vegetable whose flavour actually improves with the onset of winter! Leaves are rich in Vitamins A and C, potassium, iron and protein, and may be used in salads, stir-fries or steamed like spinach. Successive sowings from April - July will ensure healthy greens long after all others have succumbed to the cold.