Dwarf Siberian Improved Kale Seeds – 500 Cold Hardy Heirloom Seeds for Planting
Dwarf Siberian Improved Kale is a cold-hardy heirloom variety prized by gardeners for its tender, flavorful leaves and reliable performance in cool weather. This compact, open-pollinated kale produces deeply ruffled, blue-green foliage that sweetens after frost, making it an excellent choice for fall and winter harvests. Its dwarf habit fits neatly into raised beds, containers, and small garden spaces, while still delivering generous yields of nutritious greens.
Whether you grow it for fresh salads, sautéing, or freezing, Dwarf Siberian Improved Kale offers dependable growth and a long harvest window. It is a favorite among home gardeners seeking a rugged, heirloom kale that thrives in chilly conditions and provides fresh greens when many other crops have finished for the season.
Plant Features
- Cold-hardy heirloom kale with improved vigor and uniformity
- Compact dwarf plants ideal for small gardens and containers
- Tender, ruffled blue-green leaves with excellent flavor
- Flavor sweetens after exposure to frost
- Open-pollinated variety suitable for seed saving
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
- Plant Type: Biennial grown as an annual
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0–7.5
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
- Growth Habit: Compact, upright rosette
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–9
- Bloom Season: Harvest leaves in cool weather; flowers in second year if overwintered
- Mature Height: 12–18 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Dwarf Siberian Improved Kale seeds directly in the garden or start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep, keeping the soil evenly moist until germination. For a fall crop, sow seeds in mid to late summer. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to allow good air circulation. Kale performs best in fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Harvest outer leaves when they reach usable size, leaving the central growing point intact for continued production. Frost improves the flavor, so plants can be harvested well into cold weather. Watch for common pests such as aphids and cabbage worms, and protect plants with row covers if needed. With minimal care, this heirloom kale can provide a long season of fresh, nutritious greens.
What's Included
500 Dwarf Siberian Improved Kale seeds (cold-hardy heirloom variety).