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Plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 of an inch deep, 1 inch apart, in rows 18 to 30 inches apart. If you’re setting out young plants… Read More »How Deep Should Kale Be?

Kale grows best in full sun and cool, moist soil that is enriched with organic compost. Before planting, incorporate a legume cover crop or work… Read More »What Kind Of Fertilizer Does Kale Need?

about 12 inches tall. You’ll know when it’s ready when it’s about 12 inches tall and the leaves are the size of your hand or… Read More »How Big Should Kale Be Before You Pick It?

Monitor the undersides of the kale foliage for aphids, which are small pear-shaped pests that feed on the sap in the leaves, and cause them… Read More »Why Are My Kale Leaves Curling Up?

Kale grows best in full sun, but will tolerate partial shade as well. Plants that receive fewer than 6 hours of sun daily will not… Read More »Does Kale Like Full Sun?

On a kale plant, this is the central portion of the plant where stems converge and new growth emerges. To allow new growth, cut the… Read More »Where Do You Trim Kale?

Kale likes a nice, even supply of water – about 1 to 1.5 inches per week. If the soil gets dry, give it a good… Read More »Should You Water Kale Everyday?

You’ll know when it’s ready when it’s about 12 inches tall and the leaves are the size of your hand or bigger. Leaves that are… Read More »What Does Kale Look Like When It’S Ready To Harvest?

Both the leaves and buds from overwintered kale and collards are remarkably sweet and tender, and plants that are allowed to bloom become beacons for… Read More »Can You Eat Overwintered Kale?

Is It Edible? Apart from their looks, a key difference between this and the leafy greens you buy at the grocery store is that this… Read More »What Happens If You Eat Ornamental Kale?