Kale ‘Black Kale’ produces crinkled, deep blue leaflets that provide us with a vital source of vitamins and nutrients. Ideal for adding to a variety of culinary dishes, this brassica delivers on high quality, taste and fantastic yields. It will spread to around 50cm and grow in height to 75cm. It enjoys developing in a sunny yet shaded spot, has high resistance to bolting and is easy to grow.
Growing Information
Grow kale in firm, rich fertile, well drained soil in sun or semi shade. Prepare the soil in early spring by adding plenty of well rotted farmyard manure to the soil to improve its structure and fertility. Apply lime to acid soils to reduce the acidity and lessen the risk of clubroot. When transplanting kale, plant it slightly deeper in the ground than it was in the tray provided. Plant kale at a distance of 60cm (24”) apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Water the plants thoroughly after planting.
