Heavy curling and a prolific crop of lush green leaves with great flavour. Can be grown in pots or in the ground. A good source of vitamin K. Also contains pro-vitamin A, vitamin C and iron.
When to Sow:Jan/Dec HOW TO SOW: All year round in Pots - sow onto moist compost and cover with a sprinkle of soil. Idea temp 15-20°C. Use of a propagator lid will keep soil moist and aid germination .
Mar - Jul - Sow outdoors direct into a prepared seed bed, thinning plants to 20cm when large enough to handle.
- Classification: Hardy Biennial
- Group: Herbs
- Expert Level: Easy To grow
- Germination Time: 2-3 Weeks
- Harvest Time: Jan- Dec
- Site: Full/ Partial Sun
- Soil Type: Loam
- Soil Acidity: All Types
- Moisture: Well drained/Moist
- Care: Cut off flower stems to prevent going to seed in year 2
- Use: Edible
- Harvest: Cut leaves as needed upto two thirds off one plant before allowing to re grow.
- Feed:No special requirements
- Height:45cm
- Plant Spacing: 30cm
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