Kale (Brassica oleracea acephala)

Kale care guide

Brassica oleracea acephala

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3d

Water

🌿

28d

Feed

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45-90cm

Height

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H7

Hardy

About Kale

The toughest vegetable. Frost improves flavour.

Outdoor garden plant. Vegetable. Typically flowers around Mar, Apr.

How to care for Kale

💧 Watering

Water regularly in dry spells.

🌿 Feeding

High nitrogen feed in early summer.

☀️ Light

Full sunPartial shade

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