Kale Red Russian (Brassica oleracea var. acephala laciniata)
Brassica napus ssp. pabularia A heirloom variety of Siberian-style kale, Red Russian forms delicious bluish-red wavy leaves with purple veins. Its size is much larger than most varieties of kale. Pick the leaves when they are still young and tender or when they are fully ripe. Their flavor will be even better after a frost. This variety was introduced to Canada around 1885 by Russian merchants. Particularly disease resistant.
Siberian-type heritage variety.
Quantity: Envelope of about 150 seeds |
Plant type: Biennial |
Flower color: Green |
Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
Sowing: Inside |
Row spacing: 60 cm |
Days to maturity: 55 days |
Plant spacing: 40 cm |
Depth: On the surface |
Exposure: Half shade |
Watering: Regular |
Soil: Rich |
Shape: Erected |
Width: 40 cm to 50 cm |
Height: 40 cm to 70 cm |