Kale - Dwarf Curled Scotch Seeds, OSC

Dwarf Curled Scotch Kale. Heirloom vegetable. Dwarf Scotch Kale is an exceptionally hardy shorter variety with a compact growth habit – a good selection for windy sites. The leaves have a white rib and are lightly curled. A handsome looking, robust growing, nutritious plant with a mild taste. First noted in the early 1860’s.

Attributes

Light Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Direct Seed
Growth Habit: Bushy
Days to Emergence: 10 - 14
Days to Harvest 75
Height: 30 - 40cm (12 - 16in)

How to Grow

Sow seed 1cm (1/2in) deep directly outdoors in early spring or from June to early July in rows 60cm (24in) apart. Thin seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart. Kale is very cold tolerant and develops its best flavour after the fall frosts.