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Winterbor Kale
BrassicaBrassica oleracea
- Partial sun
- Zones 6–9
- 60 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
Plants are tall, with excellent yield and good cold hardiness. The ruffled blue-green leaves have an attractive curl. Vigorous, productive plants.
Planting
Direct sow 10-12 weeks before first fall frost, or start indoors and transplant. Can also be sown in early spring 4-6 weeks before last frost.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cabbage worms, aphids, flea beetles. Common diseases: Black rot, clubroot, downy mildew.