{"product_id":"dwarf-blue-curled-scotch-kale-seeds-1g-heirloom-non-gmo-brassica-oleracea","title":"Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch Kale Seeds - 1g Heirloom Non-GMO Brassica oleracea","description":"\u003cp\u003eDwarf Blue Curled Scotch Kale is a hardy, cool-season vegetable prized for its tightly curled, blue-green leaves and compact growth habit. This heirloom variety (Brassica oleracea) is easy to grow and provides a nutritious harvest, making it a favorite for home gardens, raised beds, and containers. The plants are attractive and can be used as ornamental edibles in borders or mixed plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its ruffled foliage and tolerance to cold, Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch Kale is an excellent choice for extending the growing season. Harvest young leaves for salads or mature leaves for cooking. This 1g packet of non-GMO seeds offers a generous start for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, dwarf growth habit suitable for small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue-green, tightly curled leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, non-GMO seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-tolerant and easy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose: ornamental and edible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, rosette-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-65 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds directly in the garden in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds about 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow for healthy growth. Kale prefers cooler temperatures and may become bitter in extreme heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer leaves first to encourage continued production. Monitor for common pests like aphids and cabbage worms, and use row covers if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1g packet of Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch Kale seeds (Brassica oleracea).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824808788278,"sku":"FOLIA2-1314","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6467635590_t3ld.jpg?v=1793004763","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/dwarf-blue-curled-scotch-kale-seeds-1g-heirloom-non-gmo-brassica-oleracea","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}