High Mowing Organic Seeds Russian Kale

Yes, White Russian Kale is excellent for baby leaf production. You can begin harvesting tender leaves as early as 21 days after planting.

Yes, the cold temperatures trigger the plant to convert starches into sugars, which significantly improves the flavor profile. It is a classic trait of this variety that makes it a favorite for late-season harvests.

For full-sized plants, you should space them 12 to 18 inches apart in rows that are 18 to 30 inches wide. If direct seeding, place three seeds every 12 inches and thin them to a single plant once they are established.

White Russian Kale is known for its resilience and ability to tolerate wetter soil conditions better than many other varieties. However, it still performs best in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

Being OSSI (Open Source Seed Initiative) protected means this variety is pledged to remain free from patents or restrictive intellectual property. It ensures that the seeds can be saved, replanted, and shared by gardeners and farmers for generations to come.

When allowed to mature fully, White Russian Kale typically reaches a height of approximately 30 inches. It is a robust, open-pollinated variety that produces striking blue-green foliage with distinct white ribs.