Curly Kale
Curly Kale is a hardy, nutrient-rich leafy green known for its vibrant, frilly leaves and robust flavor. Perfect for fresh salads, sautés, smoothies, and winter gardening, it’s a versatile and reliable addition to any garden.
Type: Open-Pollinated Leafy Green
Days to Maturity: 50–65 days
Growth Habit: Upright rosette; 12–18 inches tall
Plant Details:
Plants produce dense rosettes of deeply curled, dark green leaves that are cold-tolerant and flavorful. Curly Kale thrives in cooler weather and can be harvested continuously by picking outer leaves.
Flavor & Use:
Mildly earthy with a slightly peppery bite. Excellent for fresh salads, sautés, soups, smoothies, or as a nutritious garnish.
Growing Tips:
Sow seeds directly in well-drained, fertile soil ¼ inch deep, spacing 12–18 inches apart with rows 18–24 inches apart. Keep soil consistently moist and harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage new growth.
A versatile, easy-to-grow leafy green providing frilly, nutrient-dense leaves for fresh and cooked dishes all season long.