{"product_id":"lacinato-kale-seeds-black-tuscan-heirloom-500-seeds-for-planting","title":"Lacinato Kale Seeds – Black Tuscan Heirloom, 500 Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eLacinato Kale, also known as Black Tuscan or Tuscan kale, is a classic Italian heirloom prized for its deeply savoyed, strap-like leaves that range from dark blue-green to nearly black. This cold-hardy variety brings both beauty and flavor to the garden, with a sweet, nutty taste that becomes even better after a light frost. It is a favorite for traditional dishes like ribollita and can be enjoyed raw in salads, sautéed, or baked into crispy chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you grow it in a raised bed, container, or open garden, Lacinato Kale is a productive and rewarding crop. Its upright growth habit makes harvesting easy, and the plants continue to produce over a long season. This listing offers 500 seeds, giving you plenty to start a generous harvest or succession plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with dark, blistered leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent cold tolerance and flavor improves after frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright, uniform growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile in the kitchen: raw, cooked, or baked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong harvesting period with cut-and-come-again yields\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 var. palmifolia\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 Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, open rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not typically grown for blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–14 days at 65–75°F\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 Lacinato Kale seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in the garden once the soil can be worked. Plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin or transplant seedlings to 12–18 inches apart to allow good air circulation. For a fall crop, start seeds in mid to late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKale thrives in cool weather and benefits from consistent watering. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer leaves first, leaving the center to continue growing. Few pests bother Lacinato, but row covers can protect against cabbage worms. With minimal care, you can enjoy fresh kale from fall through winter in many regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Lacinato Kale seeds (Black Tuscan Heirloom).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739792736566,"sku":"EDNA-626","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7766587811_dsri.jpg?v=1792115994","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/lacinato-kale-seeds-black-tuscan-heirloom-500-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}