Kale Borecole Nero Di Toscana Black Tuscan

The ultimate Kale variety originating from Tuscany, often referred to as Palm Kale or Black Tuscan Kale. A non-heading variety, the robust plants will produce rich, succulent, tasty, dark green leaves (pick them when they’re young and tender) throughout the harshest winters. A well known and favourite Italian vegetable.

Cultivation Advice Kale Borecole Nero Di Toscana Black Tuscan

• Plant in spring as soon as the ground can be worked or in autumn for an over-winter crop.
• Sow 1/4 to 1/2″ deep, 1″ apart in rows 18-30″ apart. Thin seedlings to 8-12″ apart which can be transplanted or eaten.
• Kale germinates best in cool or warm soil temperatures with even moisture.
• Choose an area with full sun and a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.
• Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure.
• Harvest by clipping individual leaves
• Kale is very hardy and quality actually improves after a frost.