Description
Curly Kale Seeds: Curly kale is a popular leafy vegetable known for its bright green, frilly-edged leaves and slightly tangy, peppery flavor. Crispy and delicious, curly kale is versatile—it can be made into chips, used as a garnish, or enjoyed raw in salads, sandwiches, or as a cooked side dish. Packed with nutrients like potassium, antioxidants, and vitamins K, B6, and C (more than oranges!), it’s a nutritious addition to any meal.
About This Item
- Seed Quantity: 100 seeds
- Growing Location: Balcony or terrace garden
- Sowing Method: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in pots or containers
- Growing Season: Winter (Best from September to December)
- Germination Time: 7–24 days
- Germination Temperature: 18–24°C
- Harvesting Time: 60–90 days after sowing
Recommended Grow Bag Sizes
- 12 x 12 (W x H)
- 12 x 15 (W x H)
- 15 x 15 (W x H)
- 24 x 12 (W x H)
Growing Season for Curly Kale in India
Kale grows best in cool weather from September to December. While it can grow in summer, it requires extra care and shade. Winter-grown kale is sweeter compared to the tougher, slightly bitter summer leaves.
How to Grow Curly Kale in Pots
Kale seeds can be sown directly in pots or grow bags with dimensions of 30–60 cm wide and 30–40 cm deep. Maintain a soil temperature of 18–24°C for quick germination. Ensure 30 cm spacing between plants for optimal growth as kale grows up to 30–60 cm tall.
Curly Kale Plant Care Tips
- Soil: Use loamy, well-drained soil with high organic content.
- Watering: Water daily in summer and 2–3 times weekly in winter. Maintain consistent soil moisture.
- Sunlight: Requires 6 hours of sunlight but can grow in partial shade.
- Temperature: Best grows in 12–25°C.
- Fertilizer: Apply nitrogen-rich organic fertilizers like vermicompost or mustard cake every 1–2 weeks.
- Pests/Diseases: Protect against caterpillars, aphids, and cabbage worms. Prevent leaf rotting by avoiding waterlogging and adding mulch. Treat infestations with neem oil.
Harvesting Curly Kale
Harvest curly kale 60–90 days after sowing.
- Use gardening shears to cut leaves as large as your hand.
- Harvest outer leaves first to encourage continuous growth.
- Ensure all leaves are picked before they turn brown.
Special Features
- Common Names: Scots kale, Borecole, Leaf cabbage
- Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
- Plant Height: 30–60 cm
- Companion Plants: Beetroot, Onion
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