Dinosaur Kale Seeds - Lacinato Heirloom, Non-GMO (1g Packet)

Dinosaur Kale, also known as Lacinato or Tuscan kale, is a favorite among gardeners for its striking, deeply savoyed, blue-green leaves and rich, slightly sweet flavor. This heirloom variety is a staple in Italian cuisine and adds both beauty and nutrition to the garden. The plants are vigorous and productive, providing a long harvest of tender leaves that are perfect for salads, soups, and sautés.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Dinosaur Kale is easy to grow and thrives in cool weather, making it an excellent choice for spring and fall plantings. Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for raised beds, containers, or traditional garden rows.

Plant Features

• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds for sustainable gardening
• Deeply savoyed, blue-green leaves with a sweet, nutty flavor
• Cold-tolerant and productive over a long season
• Compact plants reach 18-24 inches tall
• Excellent for fresh eating, cooking, and ornamental value

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia
• Plant Type: Biennial grown as annual
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with pH 6.0-7.5
• Water Requirements: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, compact rosette
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Grown for foliage; flowers in second year if overwintered
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Germination Requirements: 7-14 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C)
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Dinosaur Kale seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or directly in the garden once the soil can be worked. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings to 18-24 inches apart to allow for mature growth. Kale prefers consistent moisture and benefits from a layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

For a continuous harvest, sow seeds successionally every few weeks. Harvest outer leaves when they are about 8-10 inches long, leaving the central growing point to produce more leaves. Dinosaur Kale is relatively pest-resistant but can be affected by aphids and cabbage worms; use row covers or organic controls as needed.

What's Included

1g packet of Dinosaur Kale (Lacinato) seeds. Non-GMO, heirloom variety.