Tag: Kale

loamy. Kale and collards do best in loamy, well-drained soil with high organic matter. You can achieve acceptable kale on heavier, well-drained soil. As long as you make sure the plants are well watered, you can do the same on sandier soils. How do you prepare kale for soil? Space kale 18 to 24 inches […]

Tomatoes are sometimes listed as good companions for kale because they are part of the nightshade family, which are considered suitable companions to kale. Tomatoes grow much larger than other members of the nightshade family, and require significantly more nutrients. What can you not plant next to kale? Avoid planting kale with other brassicas (like […]

Kale grows big and needs a big container. Use at least a 3-gallon pot. Or try a 5-gallon pail, or be creative and go for three plants in an oak half-barrel. You may sow seeds now or in early spring, late March through April, in your containers on the balcony. How deep do containers need […]

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 […]

Kale can be planted three to five weeks prior to your area’s projected last frost date in the spring. In most regions, gardeners can harvest kale in the summer by planting it at this time. It can also be planted in late summer roughly six to eight weeks before your first fall frost. What month […]

Kale. Kale can withstand temperatures as low as 10 degrees and is also noted for improved sweetness after frost. A very hardy vegetable, kale not only tolerates the cold, but it has no problems with insects like cabbage can have. Is kale OK in cold weather? Kale is a versatile autumn and winter vegetable. A […]

PLANTING OUTSIDE: To find out how late you can transplant your kale seedlings, you’ll need to find your first frost date. You can transplant your kale seedlings up to 25 days until your first frost date to get “baby” kale, and about 50 days before your first frost date to get harvests of large, “bunching” […]

Once your seeds have germinated and have reached 2-3 inches, you’ll be ready to plant your kale. After planting, you need to water daily. The best times of day to water are early in the morning or late in the afternoon. How often should I water my kale? Care for Container Grown Kale Keep the […]

Kale needs plentiful, consistent moisture – one to two inches of water per week is usually about right. Make sure you have a thick layer of mulch around your plants to help with moisture retention. If the kale leaves get too dried out, they are likely to wilt. What do you do if your kale […]

As with many other plants, be careful not to overwater, which may cause the roots to rot. The best quality kale results from fast growth without heat or moisture stress. If the plants are overheated or struggling to take up water, they will produce chemicals resulting in a pungent or bitter flavor. Can kale get […]

Plus, a diet that includes lots of dark leafy greens is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Even better, choose organically grown kale to avoid the toxic residue found on 90 percent of conventional kale. Is organic kale toxic? The chemical is considered non-toxic to people but can cause breathing and intestinal problems […]

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? […]

Cut out the centre stalks, then cut the kale into 5cm slices. Place the kale on a baking tray and drizzle over the sesame and olive oils, scatter over the sesame seeds and season with sea salt and black pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until crisp at the […]

All varieties of this vegetable are harvested in the same way. For mature plants, grasp the stem of a mature outer leaf at the base of the main stalk and pull down and out, away from the center, until it breaks. Repeat this process to pick all the greens you want. How do you pick […]