{"product_id":"kale-nero-di-toscana-brassica-oleracea-acephala","title":"Kale Nero di Toscana - Brassica oleracea acephala","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKale Nero di Toscana - \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea acephala\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale Nero di Toscana is an Italian heirloom variety producing long, lush, deep green leaves with a distinctive wrinkled appearance. The tender leaves have a rich flavour and can be harvested young for eating raw or allowed to mature for cooking. A productive and hardy leafy vegetable that provides repeated harvests throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAutumn, Winter and Spring. In cooler areas, kale can also be grown through Summer with protection from excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to part shade. Choose a position with good sunlight and protection from extreme heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich, fertile and well prepared soil with plenty of organic matter. Ensure the soil is well drained and retains moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e45 cm between plants and 45 cm between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7 to 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 8 to 12 weeks from sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare the garden bed well before sowing by incorporating compost or well rotted manure into the soil. Water the bed thoroughly before sowing and keep the soil consistently moist while the seeds germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale prefers cool growing conditions and produces its best growth during autumn, winter and spring. In warmer areas, provide some afternoon shade during hot weather to help prevent plants from becoming stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, keep plants well watered and feed regularly with a suitable vegetable fertiliser to encourage strong leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest the outer leaves regularly, taking care not to damage the central growing point. Young leaves can be picked for salads, while larger mature leaves are excellent steamed, sautéed, added to soups or used in other cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular harvesting encourages the plant to produce fresh new leaves and extends the harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHOP SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049223213370,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3245\/7530\/files\/kale-nero-di-toscana-brassica-oleracea-acephala-4903659.png?v=1789259288","url":"https:\/\/www.shopseeds.com.au\/products\/kale-nero-di-toscana-brassica-oleracea-acephala","provider":"SHOP SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}