Author: Elvira Bowen

Flea Beetles (Chrysomelidae family) These little beetles like to chomp on your kale, leaving tiny pits and holes in the leaves. Although these beetles are small, they often arrive in large numbers, and can do a lot of damage. Is it OK to eat kale that has holes in it? Treat Your Leafy Greens Carefully […]

Kale (/keɪl/), or leaf cabbage, belongs to a group of cabbage (Brassica oleracea) cultivars grown for their edible leaves, although some are used as ornamentals. Kale plants have green or purple leaves, and the central leaves do not form a head (as with headed cabbage). What did kale get called? Kale is a vegetable with […]

Properly stored, an unopened bag of prewashed kale will usually keep well for about 7 to 10 days in the fridge (or the date on the package, if earlier). Is bagged kale healthy? Bagged salads are a great way to get greens on your plate. So easy to pick up in the supermarket then pop […]

Kale leaves that have white spots on them mean that your greens have become spoiled. This is not safe to consume as the cause behind them can be a fungal infection. What is the white stuff on kale? Powdery mildew pathogens have narrow host ranges, thus different pathogens cause powdery mildew in kale and lettuce. […]

Identification – 4/5 – Hard to mistake. All stages, from the strange purple shoots through the large, thick, squeaky green/blue leaves to the honey-scented cruciferous white flowers and the pea-like seed pods, are pretty much unique in this habitat. What is the difference between kale and sea kale? Sea kale shoots grow from the roots, […]

To keep them crispy, it is important to let them cool completely. Once cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You could also try adding a few grains of raw rice or silica packs (like those found in store-bought kale chips) to the airtight container. & Perfect […]

“Kale is loaded with amazing nutrients, including fiber,” Judge says. “While fiber is necessary for bowel regularity, it can cause discomfort when you’re already constipated.” Kale is also cruciferous, Judge says, which makes it even more difficult to break down. Can kale Constipate you? Stick to the occasional raw kale salad or superfood raw smoothie […]

Avoid planting kale with other brassicas (like broccoli, kohlrabi, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and Swiss chard), as they can fall prey to the same pests and diseases. What can I plant near kale? Among the veggie plants compatible with kale are: Artichokes. Beets. Celery. Cucumber. Lettuce. Onion. Peas. Potatoes. Can you plant tomatoes and kale together? […]

You can sow kale seeds indoors in February and March and then outside right through to August to ensure a good supply through the summer, autumn, winter and early spring. What month do you plant kale? Kale has a relatively fast growth rate and can grow from seed to harvest in about three months. It […]