Lacinato
Kale · Lacinato
Heirloom
Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia
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Brassicaceae (Mustard family) · Genus: Brassica
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
EarthyRich / Complex
Intended Use
Baby LeafOrnamental
Leaf Type
Savoyed
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Origin
Italy
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Germination
4–12 days
at 40–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
50–70 days
Plant Height
2–3 ft
Mature Spread
1 1/2–2 ft
Fruit Size
12–18 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
1/4–1/2 in
Seed Spacing
2–12 in
Row Spacing
12–30 in
Thin To
12–18 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–85 °F
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Air Temp
15–75 °F
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