Nash's Green Kale CO

Brassica oleraceae

Green curly (Scottish-type) kale ideal for fall and overwinter crop. Performs equally well in spring planting. Bred by farmer breeder Nash Huber in Sequim Washington with the support of the Organic Seed Alliance. This variety was the most rigorous in our 2017 trial with the highest yield recorded. Great open pollinated variety to replace green curly hybrids. Provides growers with better resistance to environmental changes through the variations found within the variety. Highly recommended for market gardeners.

Certified Organic

Growing kale
Kale prefers a well-draining fertile soil with high organic matter (compost) and a pH range of 6.0–7.5. Plant from early spring to ~3 months before expected fall frost. For bunching, sow 3–4 seeds every 12–18", ½" deep, in rows at least 18" apart. Thin to 1 plant per group. For baby leaf, sow tighter (60 seeds/ft) in a 2–4" wide band. If starting indoors, seedlings should be ready to transplant in 4 weeks. Kale prefers cooler growing temperatures, 55–75°F (13–24°C) as a minimum, optimal of 60–70°F (16–21°C), but will still produce in warm summer conditions. Consistent moisture will produce the best quality leaves. For fall crops start seedlings in May transplanting out in June–July. To ensure maturity, seed early in areas where heavy freezes occur early in fall. Can be grown successfully where winters are mild (temperatures rarely below 32°F/0°C), transplanting out from September to February in such climates.