Red Russian Kale
Red Russian Kale, also known as Ragged Jack Kale, is named after its place of origin and its appearance. The kale variety originated in Russia, where it has been grown for centuries, and is still a popular vegetable in Russian cuisine.
The "Red" in the name refers to the purple-red veins and stems of the leaves, which make this variety of kale easily recognizable. The leaves themselves are a beautiful blue-green color with a slightly crinkled texture, which also sets them apart from other kale varieties.
Another reason why Red Russian Kale is so unique is its flavor. It has a slightly sweet and nutty taste, which makes it a popular ingredient in salads and smoothies. It's also a great choice for cooked dishes, as it holds its shape well and retains its flavor even when cooked for extended periods.
Red Russian Kale is also a highly nutritious vegetable. It's rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants, which can help to protect the body against damage from free radicals. It's also a good source of fiber and minerals like calcium and iron, making it a great choice for anyone looking to improve their diet.
- Growing Season: Year Round (in mild climates)
- Harvest Method: Grazing method, cut and come again, start harvesting as soon as there are at least 3 mature leaves (4-5" long). Always keep at least 3 leaves on plant for vegetative growth to continue.
- First Harvest: 3-4 weeks from initial planting (depending on variety, 4 weeks during cold winter months)
- Final Harvest: 5-8 weeks
- Best Planted Wall Placement: Any level
We grow with the seasons! So in most climates, you will be able to grow year round. Typically most leafy greens like the cooler temperatures. Some varieties such as spinach, bok choy, and mustards do not grow in warm temperatures (> 70 degrees). However, if there are heat tolerant varieties - we will grow them!
You want to be aware of the extreme temperature ranges in your region. If you follow the guidelines below, you will be safe:
COLD CLIMATES
- If you live in a location where the temperatures dip below freezing, then you will want to wait until night temperatures are in the 40's consistently.
- On the occasional dips into the 30's, you can cover with a sheet or bring them indoors for that time period. The breeze is good for plants and helps to keep bugs at bay so growing outdoors is optimal.
WARM CLIMATES:
- If you live where it reaches above 90 degrees consistently, you'll want to grow heat tolerant fruiting plants (tomatoes and peppers) and herbs (basil, mint, rosemary) primarily.
To find out what extreme temperatures your location experiences, check out the USDA zone for your region.
We always ship our organic seedlings at their peak for transplant which means they can be held before shipping. We typically ship plants according to the following schedule:
CA - ship Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
US states outside of CA - ship Mondays and Tuesdays.
Outside of US - we do not currently ship outside of the US.
For more information, refer to our shipping policy.
Don't worry we tend to over-communicate the details when it comes to logistics. You'll know when orders (both seedlings and other garden products) are shipped.
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