Red Russian Kale Seeds

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Red Russian Kale Seeds

Red Russian Kale is known to be the sweetest, most tender Kale. It is not frequently found in supermarkets and is a great addition to any home garden.

This heirloom Kale gets its name from the belief that Russians brought it to America in the early 1800s.

Red Russian Kale, also known as "Ragged Jack" after it's mention in an illustrated vegetable garden book by Vilmorin-Andrieux, is easily recognizable by its blue-green leaves and reddish veining.

Kale is high in Beta-Carotene, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Potassium.

Red Russian Kale is sweeter, more tender and sturdier than other Kales and Spinaches and is perfect for soups and stir-fries.

For extra flavor, the leaves can be picked when they are still tender and small. For a little extra storage time, dip the leaves in cold water prior to storing.

Additional Seed Details

Family: Brassicacaea (brass-ih-KAY-see-ee)
Genus: Brassica (BRAS-ee-ka)
Species: napus var. pabularia
Cultivar: Red Russian (aka Ragged Jack)
Category: Vegetables, Annual
Seed Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom
Height: 18-24 in. (45-60cm)
Spacing: 12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Days to Maturity: 50 days
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: N/A
Bloom Color: Bright Yellow
Bloom Time: N/A
Foliage: Blue Green with red veining
Soil Requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Propagation Methods: From seed, sow directly into soil to a depth of 1/4"-1/2" three months before expected fall frost.
Other Details: Average water needs, water regularly, do not over-water