How long does Vates Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch kale take to grow?
This Vates kale is ready for baby leaves in about 30 days and full-size leaves in 55 to 60 days. It holds well in cold weather and sweetens after frost.
When should I plant Vates Blue Curled Scotch kale seeds?
Sow in early spring or in late summer for a fall and winter harvest. This compact, cold-hardy variety tolerates frost and often overwinters in milder zones.
How big does Vates Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch kale get?
It stays compact at roughly 12 to 15 inches tall with tightly curled blue-green leaves. Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart so each has room to fill out.
Can I grow Vates kale in a container?
Yes. Its dwarf habit is well suited to a container at least 10 inches deep. Give it full sun to part shade and keep the soil evenly moist.
How do I harvest Vates Blue Curled Scotch kale?
Pick the lower outer leaves and let the center keep growing for an ongoing supply. The curly leaves hold dressing well and are great for kale chips.
Are these Vates kale seeds heirloom and non-GMO?
Yes. Vates Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch is a dependable heirloom, and our seed is non-GMO and open-pollinated.
How cold-hardy is Vates kale?
Vates Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch is very cold-hardy, surviving frosts and light freezes; flavor sweetens after cold weather.
How long do the seeds last?
Stored cool, dry, and sealed in the original packet, the seeds stay viable for a couple of years or more, with the best germination in the first year or two.
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