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A great source of calcium. Red Russian Kale produces lovely full leaves with a stunning crimson spine. As much fun to look at as it is to eat.
Start inside a few weeks before danger of frost has ended. Once seedlings have 2 true sets of leaves transplant to garden. Space about 3 feet apart. Frost tolerant.
In the Northeast, you can start Red Russian kale seeds inside around April for transplant to garden in June.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual
- Time to Maturity: 2 months
- Sun Requirement: full sun
- Spacing: 3'
- Depth: 1/8 inch
- Uses: Very productive plant — high in calcium
- Brassica oleracea
- 165-175 Red Russian Kale Seeds Per Packet
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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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