Kale, Lacinato Seeds
Best reliable seeds for home gardeners seeking consistent kale harvests.
Kale Lacinato Seeds are a nutrient-rich addition to any garden. With high levels of vitamins and antioxidants, these seeds will produce a hearty and flavourful kale variety. Produces 8 x 25 cm (3 x 10") long dark blue-green leaves with an embossed texture. Popular in Italian cuisine, its taste is slightly sweeter and more delicate than curly kale. Flavour is enhanced by frost. This variety is known for attracting butterflies, moths, and pollinators, making it a great choice for a vibrant and beneficial garden ecosystem. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil conditions, requiring about 5 cm (2 inches) of water per week. Kale is a cool-season crop that can be planted directly in the garden in early spring or started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost.
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Plant Type
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Who it's for
- Health-conscious gardeners seeking nutrient-rich additions to their home-grown produce.
- Home cooks desiring a versatile vegetable for diverse culinary applications.
- Beginning gardeners and those seeking reliable, low-maintenance crops.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unprepared for regular pest control and plant inspection.
- Individuals sensitive to bitter flavors or those with limited growing space.
- Urban gardeners or those with very limited growing areas.
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Delicate texture and sweet flavor profile excel in both raw and cooked dishes.
Pollinator Impact
Actively supports local biodiversity by attracting butterflies, moths, and essential pollinators.
Growth Adaptability
Thrives in diverse light conditions ranging from full sun to partial shade.
Harvest Speed
Rapid maturity cycle allows for quick turnaround in the vegetable garden.
Climate Resilience
Cool-season hardiness ensures flavor improves significantly after the first frost.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting process suitable for both indoor starts and direct sowing.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle
Annual
Fill Weight (grams)
1.5 g
Approximate Seed Count
400-425
Characteristics
Attracts butterflies, moths, and pollinators
Planting Method
Start Indoors
Colour
Green
Water Needs
Moist 5 cm (2 in.) per week
Know before you buy
Kale is a cool-season crop. You can sow seeds directly into your garden in early spring, or start them indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
Lacinato kale, often called dinosaur kale, has a slightly sweeter and more delicate flavor than curly kale. Its dark blue-green leaves also have a unique embossed texture that holds up well in soups and salads.
Keep the soil consistently moist for the best results. Aim for about 5 cm (2 inches) of water per week, ensuring the ground does not dry out completely between waterings.
Yes, this variety is known for attracting butterflies, moths, and other pollinators. It is an excellent choice if you want to support a vibrant, beneficial garden ecosystem alongside your edible crops.
Not at all. In fact, frost actually enhances the flavor of Lacinato kale, making it even sweeter. It is a hardy, cool-season vegetable that handles cooler temperatures quite well.
You should sow the seeds about 1.3 cm (1/2 inch) apart in rows. Once they are established, ensure there is about 60 cm (24 inches) of space between each plant to allow them enough room to mature properly.
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